Paul Devany, age 80, was born on December 15, 1943 to Basil and Lura Devany in Cyclone, WV and passed away on July 9, 2024 in Crossville, TN.
He really enjoyed golfing, even earned himself a hole-in-one at Bear Trace. He also enjoyed bowling and woodworking. And he loved mowing the yard with his John Deere.
Paul is survived by his wife Jo Anne (Roller) Devany; children Brian Paul, Christopher Mark, and Gregory Scott (Yvonne) Devany; grandchildren Caleb, Erin, Caitlin, Dylan, Alexandra, and Ella; and sister Linda Pole.
He was preceded in death by his parents Basil and Lura (Perry) Devany; siblings Elizabeth Nardelli, Thomas Devany, and Marsha Devany; and his cockapoo Cuddles.
The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Oak Hill Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 3pm, with the service to follow at 4pm, Pastor Jim Mersereau officiating.
Janie Wyatt, age 87, was born on January 18, 1937 to Bert and Vergie Farris in Crossville, TN. She passed away on July 10, 2024 in Crossville.
Janie is survived by her son Teddy (Pam) Wyatt; grandchildren Cassie and Brandon; and great grandchildren Laiklyn and Albie.
She is resting in love with her husband Albert Wyatt; parents Bert and Vergie (McCormick) Farris; and granddaughter Britney.
Services will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1-3pm, with the service to follow at 3pm, Pastor Craig Ward officiating. She will be laid to rest in Oaklawn Cemetery immediately following the service.
John J. Rowe, age 81 was born October 5, 1942, to Kenneth Rowe and Ethel Marsh Rowe in Edwards, NY. He passed away at home in Crossville July 3rd.
He was a member of Lantana Road Baptist Church in Crossville. Within the church he devoted his life to multiple community missionary work including church deacon, bus ministry, choir member, and youth group.
John was known to be a gentle giant with a quick wit sense of humor which may have led to some shenanigans to his family and friends. He also had a passion for driving racecars at Watertown and Evans Mills tracks in NY. Where he also continued to watch his grandchildren in the local tracks in NY.
John graduated from Edwards Central District in Edwards, NY in 1961 where he was set up on a blind date to his beloved wife, Barbara. Married on July 20, 1963. They resided in Antwerp, NY until 1998 then moved to Ocala, Fl and finally settled in Crossville, TN.
He started working at the St. Joe Zinc Mine in Edwards, NY and became known as Big Bad John within the mine. He then became a bus driver for Indian River Central School then became a truck driver with Anchor Motor Freight and True Value.
John was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years Barbara Williams Rowe, his parents, younger brother Rolland, older sister Shirley Woodward and grandchild Zechariah Smith.
He is survived by his daughters, Kimberly Strife (Peter) of Antwerp, NY, Christine Oliver of Crossville, TN, Heather Spangler (Matthew) of Ocala, FL, son, John Rowe (Tatjana) of Crossville, TN, as well as 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home on Saturday, July 13th from 2 to 4pm, with the service to follow at 4pm, Pastor Brian Campbell officiating.
Jack Leroy Rollins was born January 13, 1941 in Scotland, IN. He was born with an innate sense of humor and a generous spirit, he made everyone feel special. His nicknames, often witty and affectionate, were a testament to his sharp mind and warm heart. Whether you were family, friend, or new acquaintance, you quickly became part of his world, and to know him was to love him. Beyond his humor, he was a man of great integrity and kindness. He dedicated his life to his family, teaching us the values of love, respect, and resilience.
While our hearts ache with his loss, we find solace in the countless memories we shared. His spirit lives on in the stories we tell, the laughter we share and the love that binds us.
Jack leaves behind a legacy of love, having touched countless lives with his kindness and humor. Whether through his heartfelt advice or his infectious jokes, he made every moment memorable. In the quiet moments we will cherish his stories and the way he always made us feel loved. Though he is no longer with us, his spirit will live on in the laughter he inspired and the love he shared.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Percy Rollins and Geneva Rollins, brothers, Pleas and Larry, and son, Joe Rollins, sisters, Viola Ashley and Jenny Schwartz.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Charlotte Rollins, sons, Mike Rollins (Sherry), David Rollins (Thelma), daughters, Becky Reed (Ronald) and Crystal Blankenship (Dale), as well as eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 5 to 8 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. A funeral service will be on Saturday at 10:00 with Bro. Junior Pugh officiating. Burial will follow in Crossville City Cemetery.
Harvey Douglas Martin, age 79, was born June 28, 1944 to Kenneth Douglas Martin and Emma Luella Farris Martin in Chestnut Hill, TN. He died in Osceola, Arkansas, June 18, 2024. As a child, he was energetic, rambunctious, and mischievous, all rolled into one.
As an adult, he was an exceptional carpenter. He worked with his hands to create some of the most lovely cabinets, doors, novelties, and homes. With his talents and great work ethic combined, he supported his family and himself throughout his whole life.
In his spare time, he loved being on Center Hill Lake (or any lake, really), or in the woods. Fishing and hunting was not just a hobby for him, but a part of who he was as a person. He raised his children to know the art of those things as well. Making memories to last a lifetime.
Surrounded with the sounds of light splashes and natures nightlife, a warm breeze, a stable boat, wet hands from going through the motions of setting out or pulling in jugs, AND sitting with those he loved was his “Heaven on Earth”.
He leaves behind one son, Frank Douglas Martin of Crossville, TN; two daughters, Shelly Martin of Sparta, TN and Denise Martin (Greg) of Crossville; the love of his life Brenda Nash of Sparta, TN. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren- Micheal Martin, Samantha Kirby, Brent Dillon, Natisha Reed, Shellene Boggs, Douglas Clouse, Allie Young, Monica Young, Hunter and Abigail Martin; and ten great grandchildren. Harvey also leaves behind seven siblings- Billie Swearengen, Virginia Wilson, Kenneth Martin (Rita), Claude Martin (Talana), Linda Simmons, Charles Martin (Myra), and Lillian Trivett (Doug).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Emma Martin, sister, Mary Spencer, and infant brother, Robert Louis Martin. Harvey was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Fairfield Glade, TN and attended Crab Orchard Christian Church before the progression of his illness.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on June 29 at Crab Orchard Christian Church. Visitation is from 10:00-2:00 with a service at 2:00. Flowers are welcome and/or donations can be made in Harvey’s memory to Crab Orchard Christian Church’s Building Fund.
John Johnson, 83, was born on March 29, 1941 to Thomas and Reva Johnson in Whitesville, WV. He passed away on June 23, 2024 at his home in Crossville, TN.
John spent many years as a Labor Organizer for US Steel and as a General Laborer for the Rubber Plant. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, tinkering in the garage, gardening, mowing hay, and farming.
He is survived by his wife Christine Johnson; daughter Jamie Johnson James (Darrell); grandchildren John Johnson (Amanda), Shea Thomas James, and Andrea James Whitcomb (James); great grandchildren John Johnson (Taylor), Eli Tucker Johnson, and Dalton Vickery; great great grandbaby on the way “Buttercup”; and a special nephew William Threet (Carol).
John was preceded in death by his parents Thomas Franklin and Reva (Edmonds) Johnson; and his brother Jerry Johnson.
The Graveside service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024 in New Era Cemetery at 2:00pm, Pastor George Willis officiating.
Lisa Michelle Back, 40, of Crossville passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 in her home. She was born December 26, 1983 in Crossville, daughter of Tommy Lawson and Vernetta Lewis.
She is survived by her friend Jimmy Whittenburg; daughters Sydney Parrish and Leanne Back; son Ashton Back; grandchildren Brantley Parrish, Liam Parrish, and Abel Parrish; along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Lisa was preceded in death by her father Tommy Lawson; mother Vernetta Lewis; son Tristen Yearwood; and grandparents Scott & Mary Alice Lawson and Vernon Campbell & Rose Brown.
She was laid to rest in Mooneyham Cemetery on June 24, 2024.
Betty Lois Hodgins Miller, age 94, was born to Eugene and Elise Turner Hodgins on December 3, 1929 in Crossville, TN and passed away in her home on June 23, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of Bakers Crossroads Freewill Baptist Church and she loved her church family very much. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and a friend to all. She enjoyed gardening and growing flowers.
Lois is survived by her children- Sherry Miller (Jim) of Crossville, TN, Susie Miller of Crawford, TN, Wayne Miller (Jackie) of Sparta, TN; grandchildren- Kemberley Ann Hardin Baird, Penny Laine Miller Bey (Sal), Darcy Daniel Smith (Rene’), and Mark Thomas Kelly (Tammy); nine great grandchildren- Tabitha Nelson, Christopher Baird, Elijah Smith, Annabelle Smith, Olivia, Abigail, Tommy, Andrew, and Corey Kelly; and siblings- Tony Hodgin and Patsy Hodgins Qualls.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband- Norman Miller; and siblings- Katherine Freeman, Ralph Hodgin, Wendell Hodgins, J.C. Hodgin, and Wilber Coy Hodgin.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home from 12-2pm with a funeral service to follow. Danny Allen, Larry Long, and Ed Shaver will be officiating. Burial will be in Green Acres with pallbearers being Darcy, Elijah, Christopher, Brandon, Mark, Wayne, and Jason.
Richard Tollett, age 77, was born on May 12, 1947 to Roy and Frances Tollett in Crossville, TN and passed away on June 13, 2024 in Knoxville, TN.
Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, volleyball, and playing Rummy.
He is survived by his siblings Kenneth (Sylvia) Tollett, Teddy (Tonia) Tollett, Sharon Ault, Debbie Tollett, and Tammy Tollett; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Frances (Green) Tollett; and his brother Harold Tollett.
Services will be held on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1-3pm with the service to follow at 3pm, Gary Brown officiating. He will be laid to rest in Big Lick Cemetery immediately following the service.
Larry Vergon, 74, passed away after a brief illness at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN in the early morning of June 6, 2024. Born on June 28,1949 in Huntington, IN, Larry was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather.
Larry graduated from Wabash High School where he met and started an adventure in love with his wife, Vickie. Larry enjoyed tinkering with small engines and machinery which led him to work as a draftsman at Magnavox. His talents in engineering and desire to escape snow led him to Orlando, FL where decades later he retired from Lockheed Martin.
Larry is survived by his loving wife Vickie, children Keren (Anna), Larry “Skip” (Kelley), and grandsons Zachary and Tyler. He was preceded in death by his father Dwight Aldean Vergon, mother Mary Margaret Burton, and sister Sandra Panagouleas.
Larry’s life will be celebrated at memorials on Friday, June 14th at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home in Crossville, TN at 3:00pm and on Friday, June 21st at McElhaney Funeral Home in Huntington, IN at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his name to Crossville Mission – https://www.crossvillembtc.com/.
Larry will be remembered for his quick wit, loyalty, and attention to detail. He enjoyed fishing, golf, buying/selling treasures, auto racing, classic cars, and tractors. His legacy of wisdom and kindness will live on in the hearts of those that knew him.
