Dorothy VanZandt, age 98, was born on June 1, 1924 to James Eric and Maude (Hobby) Hawkins in Woodmere, FL and passed away on March 20, 2023 in Crossville, TN.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband George VanZandt.

No services have been scheduled at this time.

Calvin J. Miller, age 67, is the first born to Leila & Bruce Miller on February 10, 1955 in Glacier National Park, Montana.

Cal is remembered as creative, clever, musically talented and for having excellent penmanship.  A craftsman who built furniture and restored neglected instruments, He sought knowledge and was contented without the comforts others take for granted.

He was known for kind patience as a computer programming instructor at Lively Vocational Technical College in Tallahassee, FL.  and as a property manager who suffered no fools in Crossville, Tennessee.

Survived by mother, Leila; Children, Coral, Hunter, & Zarah;  Grandson, Orion; Siblings: Russ, Anita, Lori and Larry.

Preceded in death by his father, Bruce J. Miller; and partner, Kathleen ‘Kathy’ Marie Gilley.

In lieu of flowers please keep the hummingbird nectar fresh and the bird (squirrel) feeders stocked.

Davis, Norman Oscar III – Of Crossville, TN, age 50, died Monday, March 13, 2023, after a brief but aggressive battle with lung cancer.

There will be a visitation and remembrance for friends at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory at 2653 N. Main St in Crossville on Saturday March 25, 2023, from Noon to 3pm. Cremation has taken place per Norm’s wishes, and he will be interred at a later date.

Norm was born in Flint, MI on June 24, 1972, the son of Norman Jr. and Carol (VanZyll) Davis. He was a 1990 graduate of Grand Blanc High School. He was employed at Manchester Tank in Crossville, TN where he was a member of the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers.

Norman grew up in the Flint, MI area surrounded by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Being the third generation of his name, he was called several variations of it during his youth. “Chip” was the moniker that stuck for most of his childhood. That name wouldn’t fly as grown man, so he adopted a few others including the now famous ND3.

He played little league baseball growing up but found his real passion in music. He played bass guitar and electric guitar over the years.  His tastes did have some range, but primarily was focused on hard, headbanging, heavy metal rock-n-roll. Rush, Iron Maiden, Led Zepplin, Black Sabbath, and many others could be found playing on the stereo in his house or the radio in his truck. He eventually accepted the technology of ear buds and could be found wearing them most of the time while working and doing his “chores”. Don’t let the long hair and hard rock fool you, Norm would also be found listening to the “King of Rock and Roll”, Elvis Presley. An affliction he came by naturally from his parents. The Aloha from Hawaii via Satellite was a favorite.

ND3 was very regimented with his time. He had balanced his life around his work schedule to accommodate laundry day, grocery trips, “computer day”, and always made time for Golf Day. Golfing was one of his favorite outdoor pastimes. You could call or text him anytime, and he may or may not answer, but if you showed up to his door unannounced, he would definitely not answer the door. That was not on his schedule.

He was a terrific handyman and could often be found on his “side hustle” performing work and repairs for folks on their homes and yards. He took great pride in his work and the manner in which he completed it. Any repair job that was more than one day long, could be found as intact or better than it was when he started his work. He would meticulously clean and straighten his worksite at the end of each day.

At Manchester Tank, Norm started as a welder and recently moved into the shipping and receiving department. During his time there he became a member of the IAM Union Lodge 2212, serving the last several years as the Recording Secretary for the local. He was always quick to tell people how superior his propane tanks were and where you could purchase one.

Norm had moved to Tennessee many years ago for a fresh start after some tough years in Michigan. He found a career, bought a home, and built a comfortable life for himself. He would be the first to tell you he could not have done this without the amazing friendship and support of his friend Randy Elwell and his wife Darlene.

Norm was preceded in death by his parents Norm Jr. and Carol Davis, his sister Bridget Grooms, and several other family members. His niece Cassidy Grooms, and nephew Kyle (Maddison) Grooms, along with their father Brian Grooms, and many other family and friends are left to cherish his memory.

Brenda Lea Winningham, age 56, was born on April 11, 1966 to Billie and Henrietta Lewis Welch in Crossville, TN and passed away on March 17, 2023 in Crossville. She worked in housekeeping at CMC and was a mother that loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed fishing and camping, crocheting and flower gardening, and general loafering about.

Brenda is survived by her mother- Henrietta Welch, daughters- Kayla Davis (Josh) and Brittany Rector (Darrell); grandchildren- Rylie, Addy, Jasper, Macee, and Jaxon; and siblings- Larry, Sherri, Loretta, Billie, Jason, and Missy. She is preceded in death by her dad- Billie Welch.

Betty Sue Robinson, age 81, was born on July 24, 1941 in Crossville, TN to Andrew Wyatt and Bertha England Wyatt and passed away on March 16, 2023 in Knoxville, TN. She was a medical secretary but was most proud of the family she raised. She enjoyed singing, watching movies, and eating junk food.

She is survived by her children- Gerry Turner (Loretta), Teri Beck, and Jeff Turner (Tami); grandchildren- Erica Croft (Matt), Heather Beck, Amanda Masters (Jon), Emilee Turner, Lucas Turner (LeighAnn), and Matthew Turner (Rylie); great grandchildren- Easton, Lila, Briar, Charlie, Easton and Waylon; and siblings- Glenn Wyatt, James Wyatt, Johnny Wyatt, Richard Wyatt and Martha Robinson.

She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings- Karen McMann, Deborah Jones, and Elbert Ray Wyatt. The family will receive friends at Bethleham Baptist on Sunday, March 19, 2023, from 1 to 3 with funeral to follow. Bro. Mark Bass will officiate and burial will be in Woody Cemetery.

Sondra Rector, age 64, was born on April 2, 1958 to Thurman and Wanda Rector in Crossville, TN and passed away on March 13, 2023 in Crossville.

Sondra loved spending time with her grandkids. She enjoyed singing, dancing, yard saling, and thrift store shopping. She was the most generous and caring person. To know her was to love her.

Sondra is survived by her daughter Meka Doxtator; grandchildren Dominick Doxtator, Cylas Barrier, Tylo Barrier, and Skyler Eller; great grandchild Levi Scholl; and siblings Linda Brown, Juanita Eller, Gail Whittenburg, Judy Garrett, Rickey Rector, Susie Brown, and Bunk Rector.

She was preceded in death by her parents Thurman Rector and Wanda Muriel (Marsh) Rector; and siblings Creda Brown and Cathy Rector.

Services will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5-7pm with the service to follow at 7pm, Dennis Barrier officiating.

Kenneth Ray Guillory, age 86, was born to Adam and Cecile Trahan Guillory  in Lake  Charles, Louisiana on October 17, 1936 and passed away on March 10, 2023 at 12:30 am, in Crossville, Tennessee.  Kenneth retired as a Lieutenant Colonel  in the Army.  He served 2 tours in Vietnam.  He enjoyed the outdoors and woodworking.

He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean, children – Cynthia Sullivan (James), Bruce Guillory (Lisa), Dale Guillory (Missy), and Lisa Wainscott (Jeff);
fourteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren. 

Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents and siblings – Larry Guillory and Julie Reeves.

The family will receive friends at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 14th from 9:30 to 10:00, with a service to follow.  Father Michael will officiate with burial at Green Acres Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to St. Jude.

Joel “Joey” Lee White, 59, son of Sandra White Miller and Russell Miller, passed away on March 4, 2023.

Joey was born April 9, 1963 in Rockwood, TN. He spent his early years in Homestead, FL, then moved to Lake Tansi Village with his parents in 2000.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Robbie White and Ted White.

He is survived by his parents and his aunt and uncle, Michele and David Simcox.

Joey was a loving, caring son and a remarkable person who made many friends where ever he went. He will be greatly missed.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Alan Copeland, 57, was born on August 8, 1965 to Shirley and Mary Ann Copeland in Indianapolis, IN and passed away on March 3, 2023 in Crossville, TN.

He was preceded in death by his father Shirley Temple Copeland.

He is survived by his mother Mary Ann (Adams) Tabor.

Danny Scott Hale, age 59, was born on July 9, 1963 in Crossville, TN and passed away on February 28, 2023.

Danny loved hanging out with his children. He enjoyed messing with old cars, and being a farmer, he really enjoyed feeding the cattle, but his favorite thing to do was ride his old dog, Cheyenne, around.

He is survived by his parents Fred Stout and Pam (McDonald) Stout; sons Jacob Hale, Jayson (Kelly) Hale, and Jon (Callie) Hale; grandchildren Jackson, Sawyer, Brody, and Hadley; siblings Steve Hale, Donna Muse, and Debra Holt; and of course, his four-legged best friend, Cheyenne, and Aunt Sharon Hyder.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1-3pm with the service to follow at 3pm, Tony Holt officiating.