Garrett Merrell
, Tennessee
July 27, 1973
Garrett Merrell, born on July 28, 1973, in Cleveland, Tennessee, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family and loved ones. A devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, Garrett's life was a testament to love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to those he cherished.Garrett was the beloved son of Loretta Merrell and the late David Merrell. He was predeceased by his father and brother, Jay Merrell; grandparents Hoyt and Mary Merrell; and Marvin and Mary Sue Cain. He is survived by his mother, Loretta, and siblings, James Merrell (Lisa), niece Rose Merrell, Guinn Merrell, and Della Bates (Mark). His loving wife, Patty Merrell, whom he married on October 12, 1996, on their family farm in Reliance, Tennessee, shared 30 beautiful years of marriage. Together, they raised two wonderful children, Trainer Merrell (Tessa) and Chelsea Merrell Johnson (Bryson), who were the pride and joy of Garrett's life.A proud graduate of Polk…
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Frances Dunsmore
, Tennessee
October 9, 2026
Frances Dunsmore, age 80, of Sweetwater, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026 at U.T. Medical Center. She was a member of Glenlock Baptist Church. She was a longtime caregiver for children. She served faithfully alongside her husband, Rev. Clayton Dunsmore.Preceded in death by parents, Wallace and Edna Parris, brother, Allen Parris, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lonnie and Mae Dunsmore.Survivors, husband of 63 years, Rev. Clayton Dunsmore, daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Keith Hitson, son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Nancy Dunsmore, grandchildren, Nathan Hitson, Marissa (Trey) Petty, Noelle (Baily) Tate, Nikki Lawrence, great-grandchildren, Meredith Petty, Brenna Petty, Clara Tate.Funeral 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, Glenlock Baptist Church, Rev. Darrell Cardin and Rev. Tony Rutherford officiating. Interment 11:00 A.M. Wednesday Corinth Cemetery. Family will receive friends 5-7:00 P.M. Tuesday at Glenlock Baptist Church. Arrangements by Biereley-Hale Funeral Home, Madisonville.
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Jan Kendrick Charron
, Tennessee
September 30, 2026
Jan Kendrick Charron, age 87, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026.Jan was born on May 9, 1939, in Port Huron, Michigan, son of the late Maurice Charron and Janet Kendrick. He was the youngest of four and was very close to his older siblings, Katherine (Charles) Purdom, William (Betty) Charron, and George Charron (Dorothy Barry), who all preceded him in death.Jan graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Accounting and had a successful career running mid-sized companies. He loved to socialize and enjoyed staying active throughout his life, playing golf, running, and walking. Though an accountant by trade, Jan had a sharp sense of humor and a natural knack for improvisation.Jan cherished his family and his many friends, and made it a priority to stay in touch and reach out on birthdays and anniversaries.In addition to his parents and siblings, he was preceded in death…
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William "Bill" G. Lassiter
, Tennessee
October 5, 2026
William 8220Bill8221 G. Lassiter age 72 of Harriman passed away Tuesday October 6 2026. He worked and managed the Emory Golf Course for many years. Bill was a salesman who sold cars most of his life. An avid Harley Rider deer hunter... The family of William "Bill" G. Lassiter created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories. Bill and I attended school together. He had high character even as a teenager. He respected his parents and loved his siblings and he was just an allround good person. To his family I send my sincere condolences. May our Good Lord be close to you during this difficult time. In Christian love
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