James Hugh Leach, age 84 passed peacefully Thursday, April 25, 2024. He was born on September 1, 1939 to Hugh and Mary Leach in Union County, TN.
H.E. was a member of Fountain City Presbyterian Church where he loved his Good News Sunday School Class and volunteering. He could drive anything with a motor and repair any engine. He started his official working career driving a coal truck at the age of 16 and continued his mechanical work owning several diesel repair companies. He also owned many tractor trailers where he drove over the U.S. for himself and other carriers. Once retired he continued his mechanical work where he repaired cars, lawn mowers, tillers and anything else with an engine for family, neighbors and friends. He was an avid fisherman providing crappie for many fish fries and special occasions.
His favorite passion and name were being called "Papaw". He was completely devoted to his grandsons, Caleb and Aidan Leach and they enjoyed many adventures wherever those adventures might take them. He also enjoyed others who shared him as as their “Papaw”.
He was married to the love of his life, Christine for 62 years who he shared a love of family, UT sports and a lifetime of adventures. He was an amazing dad to David and Deanna and father-in-law to Melanie and Randy.
He was proceeded in death by his parents Hugh and Mary Leach, brothers Wade and Ralph Leach, sisters Loreene Thomas, Aileen Booker, Betty Clarkson. Brothers in law, Ray Thomas, Carson Booker, Virgil Clarkson, Elmer Ridenour.
He is survived by his wife Christine Leach, children, David (Melanie) Leach, Deanna (Randy) Thomas, grandchildren Caleb (Kristen) Leach, Aidan (Leah) Leach and great grandchild Emilia Leach, sister, Sarah (John) Mays, Sisters in law, Dollie Leach and Betty Brooks, brother-in-law, H.I. (Cheryl) Raley, many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Fountain City Presbyterian Church 500 Hotel Road, Knoxville, TN 37918 or Grace Chapel Knoxville for their building fund P.O. Box 23555 Knoxville, TN 37933.
A Celebration of Life will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Fountain City Presbyterian Church, 500 Hotel Road, Knoxville, Tennessee 37918, Rev. Carl Grosse officiating. Graveside service to follow at 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant View Cemetery Maynardville. Family and friends will meet by 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville, TN for the funeral procession. Pallbearers: David Leach, Caleb Leach, Aidan Leach, Randy Thomas, Greg Monroe and Steve Thomas.
Friends and family may call at their convenience Thursday or Friday to sign the register. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Charles Edward Weaver – age 75 of Luttrell TN, born May 2nd, 1949, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at his home. He was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his ex-wife, Helen Weaver; parents, Jean and Silas Weaver; brother, Leonard Weaver.
Havily Sue Anne Hubbard – age 17 of Tazewell, passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 22, 2024. She is preceded in death by her grandparents.
She is survived by her mother, Gwen Allen; father, Levon Allen; brothers and sisters, Hunter, Maverick, Harper, Matilda, Keiana.
No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary in Maynardville.
David McCarroll – 63 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord after a short battle with cancer. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him especially his grandbabies, whom he loved more than anything.
Cory Lee Blair-age 42 of Sharps Chapel passed away suddenly Saturday afternoon, July 20, 2024 as the result of a motorcycle accident. He was a loving father and a friend to all.
Survivors: wife, Mollie Diane Blair of New Tazewell; daughter, Jazmine Blair of Knoxville; Parents; mother, Deborah Blair; father, Jerry lee Blair, both of Sharps Chapel; sister, Jessica Capps and husband, Allen of Knoxville; brother, Garret Blair of Tampa, Florida.
Norman Edward “Eddie” Martin-age 61 of Clinton went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 11, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Margaret Martin; loving wife of 27 years, Ramona Martin; brother, Gary Martin; sister, Patricia Messer.
Eloise Bates Dyer-age 79 of Powder Springs passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by husband, Glen E. Dyer; granddaughter, Kelley Dyer Mink; father, Virgil (Blackie) Bates; mother, Annie Wolfenbarger Bates; brother, Billy Joe Bates; sister, Helen Atkins.
Survivors: sons and daughters-in-law, Darrell (Christie) Dyer; Dwight (Jeannie) Dyer; sister, Brenda Atkins; special friend, Blanche Thomas. Several other relatives and a host of friends.
Luna Sharp-age 78 of Maynardville, formerly of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday, July 8, 2024, at his home after a lengthy illness. He was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by his parents, Pascal (Big Eye) Sharp and Alma (Sowder) Sharp; brothers, Ralph Sharp, James Claudie Sharp, Monteray Sharp; sisters, Bessie Jane Johnson, Dottie Williams, Hilda Braden, Lorene Collins; nephew, Mike Sharp.
Steffanie Lynn Needham – age 57 of Washburn, passed away Saturday, July 6th, 2024 at her home. She is preceded in death by her father, Bill Turner; mother, Linda Chance; brother, David Lavley; grandson, Holden Needham.
Gary D. Chandler, 63 of Plainview, formerly of Luttrell, passed away suddenly early Friday morning. He was a member of Cedar Ford Baptist Church in Luttrell. Growing up with a single mother, him and his sister, Marsha, grew up “poor” by today’s standards. His mom and his other family members made sure he had a great childhood. Gary was proud to be from the “old” Luttrell, and often referred it being similar to Mayberry from his favorite TV show, “The Andy Griffith Show”. He was a teacher in the Union County School System for 41 years.
Wilbert Paul Finley – age 78 of Andersonville, passed away Thursday, June 27th 2024 at his home. Wilbert was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was born in Sevierville, Tennessee and was the son of the late Grady Willie and Josie Stella Mae (McGill) Finley. Preceded in death by his daughter, Judy Finley; sons, DeWayne Finley, Michael Finley; sisters, Mildred Finley, Shirley Finley, Oma Finley, Jean Finley; brother, J.T. Finley.
Cathy M. Williams-age 66 of Maynardville, formerly of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Willow Ridge Center, where she had been a resident for 10 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry Elmer Schuiten and Ina Ruth (Robinson) Schuiten.
She is survived by her niece, Tabitha Tapp and the many friends she made at Willow Ridge.
No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Ritchie M. Rose-age 68 of Corryton went to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at his home. He was a member of Dutch Valley Baptist Church. He loved singing and playing music. He was a part of The Washam Family gospel music group for many years. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. Preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Rose; parents, Jack and Arlene (Washam) Rose; sister, Tesha Rose.