ᐅ Tennessee Death Notices 2009-2024
Compton, Judy, Judith, Journee, Johnnie, John, Jo, Jessie, Jesse...

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▰ Judy Garner Compton

Died February 05, … More Information
Judy Garner Compton, age 72 of Memphis, Tennessee, joined the Lord February 5, 2018.
Obituary published: February 06, 2018 in "Com-A"

▰ Judy G Compton

Died February 03, … More Information
Judy G Compton, born December 15, 1945 died on February 3, 2018 in Memphis, Tennessee. Judy was 72.
Family members and close friends: , The Staff Of Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel, Ashley Compton, Doris England

▰ Judith Marie Compton

Died December 03, … More Information
Judith Marie Compton, born November 27, 1937 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master December 3, 2015 in Old Hickory, Tennessee. Judith was 78.

▰ Journee Lanise Compton

Died September 22, … More Information
Journee Lanise Compton, born September 22, 2015 passed from this world into the next September 22, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. Journee was 0.

▰ Johnnie Clayton Compton

Died December 19, … More Information
Johnnie Clayton Compton, age 57 of Memphis, Tennessee, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Johnnie December 19, 2003.
Obituary published: December 20, 2003 in "Com-A"

▰ Johnnie "Mamaw Johnnie" (Norton) Compton

Died March 24, … More Information
Johnnie "Mamaw Johnnie" (Norton) Compton, of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, joined the Lord March 24, 2009. Johnnie was 89.
Obituary published: March 25, 2009 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Johnnie Compton

Died July 23, … More Information
Johnnie Compton, age 88 of Martin, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 23, 2001.
Obituary published: July 24, 2001 in "Jackson S"

▰ John Robert Compton

Died December 29, … More Information
John Robert Compton, born August 26, 1930 died December 29, 2019 in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. John was 89.

▰ John Joseph Compton

Died January 18, … More Information
John Joseph Compton, born May 17, 1928 died on January 18, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. John was 85.
Family members and close friends: , Carol Sontag, Nancy Malone, David And Sonya Greegor, Lark Hayes, Phil Oliver, Janet Schneider, Linda Yaple, John Valentine, Helen Koudelkova, Lynne Rudder Baker, John Albert, Judy Thompson, Jerry And Pam Hirzel

▰ Jo Compton

Died March 29, … More Information
Jo Compton, born September 9, 1937 entered into eternal rest March 29, 2020 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Jo was 82.
Family members and close friends: , Chandra Fears, Tammy Dantzler, Louise Peoples ( Mcgowan )

▰ Jessie June Compton

Died July 12, … More Information
Jessie June Compton, born December 4, 1929 entered eternal life July 12, 2015 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Jessie was 85. Tags: #Arkansas #Pine #High #Judkins #Light #Dorothy #School #Dance #Little #Blue #Mississippi #Lord #Eddie #Revival #Chattanooga #Tennessee #William #Compton #Decatur #Alabama #Bill #Elementary #Schools #Seekers #Ahava #Highland #Baptist #Bible #Jesse #Ethel #Lawrence #Jessie #Leslie #Scott #Kernersville #Schuyler #Raleigh #Denver #Austin #Ruth #Harper #Weston #Lori #Mary #Nancy #Bryn #Blakely #Colby #Joyce #Atlanta #Adams #Savanah #Atkins #Celebration #Life #Central #Roselawn #Chapel #Chaplain #Fortenberry #Allan #Terry #Gideons
Obituary: Jessie Hankins Compton went to be with Lord on , 12, 2015. The daughter of Jesse Jewell and Ethel Carver Hankins, she was born on 4, 1929 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Raised in Arkansas, she graduated from Pine Bluff High School in 1947. Upon graduation she attended Judkins Commercial and went to work with Arkansas Power and Light . During this time she began to teach dance, a particular love of hers since her days as a student at the Dorothy Donaldson School of Dance in Little Rock. She later closed the studio she had begun in order to attend Blue Mountain in Mississippi, but returned to Pine Bluff after a year. She came to know the Lord as her personal savior during an Eddie Martin Revival during this time period.
In the fall of 1951 she moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee to attend Tennessee Temple . Here she met and courted William (Bill) Compton from Decatur, Alabama. were married on 27, 1953 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She would support Bill and his ministry throughout over 60 years of both evangelism and the pastorate.
Jessie and Bill raised three sons, primarily in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She served the Lord, her husband and her family in many capacities. She taught first grade at Tennessee Temple Elementary School and later served for ten years as the first school secretary for Tennessee Temple High School. For a short time period she even had her own family oriented half hour radio show on W-DYN, the radio voice of Tennessee Temple Schools at that time. She was active in the Seekers and Ahava School Class at Highland Park Baptist Church for 25 years. She taught School and sang in church choirs in the places where Bill was pastoring. She also enjoyed sewing, traveling, reading and studying her well-worn Bible.
Preceded in death by father Jesse Hankins, mother Ethel Hankins and brother Lawrence Hankins, Jessie Compton is survived by her husband of 62 years William (Bill) Compton and her three sons and their families: Leslie (Nancy) Compton of Chattanooga, TN: Scott (Lori) Compton of Kernersville, N.C.: Schuyler (Ruth) Compton of Raleigh, N.C.
Surviving grandchildren include Denver and Austin Compton (Schuyler and Ruth), Harper and Weston Compton (Scott and Lori) Jessie Anne and Mary Margaret Compton (Leslie and Nancy). Great-grandchildren include Bryn and Blakely Compton (Denver and Colby).
She is also survived by two sisters, Joyce Hornaday of Atlanta, Ga. and Dorothy (Joe) Adams of Savanah, Ga. and one sister-in-law, Mary Hankins of Atkins, Arkansas, and many nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held on , 17, 2015 at 2:00pm Central time at Roselawn Chapel in Decatur, Alabama with Chaplain Darryl Fortenberry officiating. A time of visitation will be from 12:30pm until 2:00pm. Entombment will be at Roselawn . Pallbearers will be Denver Compton, Austin Compton, Harper Compton, Weston Compton, Allan Adams and Jay Terry.
Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Gideons.
To sign the online guest registry, please go to www.roselawnfhandcemetery.com

▰ Jesse E Compton

Died January 14, … More Information
Jesse E Compton, age 72 of Rogersville, Tennessee, died on January 14, 2006.
Obituary published: January 15, 2006 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Jeanette L Compton

Died April 07, … More Information
Jeanette L Compton, age 90 of Memphis, Tennessee, went into the presence of the Lord on April 7, 2018.
Obituary published: April 08, 2018 in "Com-A"

▰ Jared Compton

Died January 10, … More Information
Jared Compton, born August 30, 1980 departed this life Sunday January 10, 2019 in Greeneville, Tennessee. Jared was 38.
Family members and close friends: , Justin Azure

▰ James Henry Compton

Died January 12, … More Information
James Henry Compton, of Collierville, Tennessee, died on January 12, 2004. James was 80.
Obituary published: January 13, 2004 in "Com-A"

▰ James Daniel Compton

Died February 06, … More Information
James Daniel Compton, age 77 of Sevierville, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 6, 2010.
Obituary published: February 07, 2010 in "PJ (FL)"

▰ Jack Compton

Died January 08, … More Information
Jack Compton, a resident of Morristown, Tennessee for decades, died January 8, 2013 in Morristown, Tennessee at the age of 85.
Obituary published: January 09, 2013 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Henry Compton

Died March 21, … More Information
Henry Compton passed away March 21, 2017 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Tags: #Glinda
Obituary: Henry passed away on , 21, 2017. Henry was a resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee at the time of passing. Henry was married to Glinda Compton.

▰ Helen Compton

Died August 29, … More Information
Helen Compton, born October 23, 1928 joined the Lord August 29, 2015 in Clinton, Tennessee. Helen was 86. Tags: #Robert #Rodney #Clifton #Myrtle #Reed #Marilyn #Nadine #Dorothy #Compton #Fayetteville #David #Inez #Cohutta #Morrison #Orlando #Gabrielle #Sarasota #Amanda #Chalmer #Margaret #Batley #Mary #Edwards #Ridge #Holley- #Clinton #Kidwell #Anderson #Gardens
Obituary: Helen Compton, age 86 of Clinton, passed away , 29, 2015 at Briarcliff care /Diversicare in Oak Ridge. She was an employee of JC Penney for 35 years and a member of Moran Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by husband, Robert S. Compton; son, Rodney E. Compton; father, Clifton Reed and mother, Myrtle Johnson Reed; sisters, Marilyn Robbins, Nadine Perez, and Dorothy Shrader.
She is survived by sons, Robert L. (Von) Compton of Fayetteville, GA, David C. Compton and wife Inez of Cohutta, GA; daughter in-law, Fay Morrison of GA; grandson, Robert D. Compton of Orlando, FL; great granddaughters, Gabrielle Compton of Sarasota, FL and Amanda Compton of Orlando, FL; brother, Chalmer R. (Dick) Reed and wife Margaret of Batley, TN; sister, Mary Kay Edwards of Oak Ridge, TN; numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends , 2nd from 12-2 PM at Holley-Gamble in Clinton. service will follow with Rev. Luke Kidwell officiating. Family and friends will then proceed to Anderson Memorial Gardens for graveside service. Holley-Gamble is in charge of all arrangements. www.holleygamble.com

▰ Hazel Caroline (Watts) Compton

Died April 12, … More Information
Hazel Caroline (Watts) Compton, of Tennessee, born in Montgomery Co, Maryland, departed this life Sunday April 12, 2016. Hazel was 61.
Obituary published: April 13, 2016 in "SWVAToday (VA)"

▰ Harry N "Buster" Compton

Died March 19, … More Information
Harry N "Buster" Compton, age 72 of Madison, Tennessee, died on March 19, 2001.
Obituary published: March 20, 2001 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Grace Compton

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Georgia Evelyn (Widner) Compton

Died August 19, … More Information
Georgia Evelyn (Widner) Compton, age 93 of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on August 19, 2004.
Obituary published: August 20, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Georgia Evelyn (Widner) Compton

Died August 18, … More Information
Georgia Evelyn (Widner) Compton, 93, of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 18, 2004.
Obituary published: August 19, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ George Buford Compton

Died April 26, … More Information
George Buford Compton, of Maryville, Tennessee, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home April 26, 2006. George was 86.
Obituary published: April 27, 2006 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Gene Eggers Compton

Died November 12, … More Information
Gene Eggers Compton, born June 4, 1941 passed from this world into the next November 12, 2019 in Johnson City, Tennessee. Gene was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Cathy Devault, Timothy Shaffer

▰ Gary E Compton

Died October 01, … More Information
Gary E Compton, of Waynesboro, Tennessee, entered into eternal rest October 1, 2002. Gary was 57.
Obituary published: October 02, 2002 in "Huntsville Times (AL)"

▰ Gary W Compton

Died November 26, … More Information
Gary W Compton, born November 17, 1944 entered into eternal rest November 26, 2015 in Kingsport, Tennessee. Gary was 71.

▰ Frances (Cannon) Compton

Died December 27, … More Information
Frances (Cannon) Compton, of Holston Hills, Tennessee, passed away peacefully December 27, 2008. Frances was 83.
Obituary published: December 28, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Frances (Cannon) Compton

Died December 26, … More Information
Frances (Cannon) Compton, age 83 of Holston Hills, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 26, 2008.
Obituary published: December 27, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Frances Marie Compton

Died October 16, … More Information
Frances Marie Compton, born April 26, 1921 passed away peacefully October 16, 2014 in Tennessee. Frances was 93. Tags: #Fall #United #Church #Ruritan #Atlanta #Frances #Cecil #Robert #Erma #Charles #Ralph #Francess #Wiladean #Winter #Mackie #Betty #Kingsport #Compton #Iris #Patterson #Ruby #Garden #Good #East #Memorial #Morelock #Jerry #Melody #Fire #Attn #Dawson #Lawn #Condolences
Obituary: Frances Marie Compton, age 93, of Fall Branch, went home to be with the Lord on , 16, 2014 at her residence. Frances was born the daughter of the late Lee Patterson and Pearl Ina Hite Patterson on 26, 1921 in the familys home in Washington . She was a longtime member of the Fall Branch United Methodist Church and of the Fall Branch Ruritan Club. She was also an avid Atlanta Brave baseball fan. Frances was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be greatly missed. Along with her parents, Frances is preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Cecil Compton; brothers, Robert L. Patterson and three infant brothers; a sister, Erma Patterson, son-in-law, Charles Vaughn; and brother-in-law Ralph Conant. Those left behind to cherish Francess memory include, three daughters, Wiladean Vaughn of Winter Springs, FL, Mackie Anderson (Ken) and Betty Anderson (Tommy), both of Kingsport; A son Robert Lyle Compton (Debra) of Kingsport; a sister, Iris Conant of Kingsport; and a brother-in-law, Bob Patterson of Fall Branch. Also surviving are six grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The family would like to thank Ruby Jackson who was a special caregiver to their mother. A graveside funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on , 20, 2014 in the Garden of Good Shepard at East Lawn Memorial Park with Dr. Lester Morelock officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM that day at East Lawn . Memorials may be made to: Fall Branch United Methodist Church, in care of Jerry Deakins, 272 Melody Lane, Fall Branch, TN 37656 or to the Fall Branch Fire Department, Attn Betty Dawson, PO Box 84, Fall Branch, TN 37656. East Lawn and Memorial Park has the honor of serving the family. On-Line Condolences www.eastlawnkingsport.com.

▰ Frances Marie Patterson Compton

Died October 16, … More Information
Frances Marie Patterson Compton, born April 26, 1921 entered Heaven's gates on October 16, 2014 in Kingsport, Tennessee. Frances was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Mike & Beth Cole, Rhonda, Brittany, Hunter And Kaylee Albright, Jim Pierson, Susie Ervin, Elizabeth Whitlock Mastin, Brenda Phillips, John & Sharon Wyatt, Pam Greer, Jana Smith, Shirley Marshall, Russell Brown, Dana Light Jr.

▰ Fay (Underhill) Compton

Died July 16, … More Information
Fay (Underhill) Compton passed away peacefully July 16, 1999, at her home in Kingsport, Tennessee. She was 80.
Obituary published: July 17, 1999 in "Kingsport T N"

▰ Evelyn Louise (Collins) Compton

Died March 28, … More Information
Evelyn Louise (Collins) Compton passed away peacefully March 28, 2004, at her home in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was 90.
Obituary published: March 29, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Evelyn Louise (Collins) Compton

Died March 27, … More Information
Evelyn Louise (Collins) Compton, age 90 of Knoxville, Tennessee, departed this life Sunday March 27, 2004.
Obituary published: March 28, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Evelyn Floradean Miss Compton

Died September 22, … More Information
Evelyn Floradean Miss Compton, of Knoxville, Tennessee, died on September 22, 2002. Evelyn was 84.
Obituary published: September 23, 2002 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Evelyn Floradean Miss Compton

Died September 21, … More Information
Evelyn Floradean Miss Compton, age 84 of Knoxville, Tennessee, entered Heaven's gates on September 21, 2002.
Obituary published: September 22, 2002 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Eva (Carr) Compton

Died August 04, … More Information
Eva (Carr) Compton, of Knoxville, Tennessee, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she August 4, 2009. Eva was 87.
Obituary published: August 05, 2009 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Estelle S Compton

Died July 15, … More Information
Estelle S Compton, of Paris, Tennessee, entered into eternal rest July 15, 2003. Estelle was 68.
Obituary published: July 16, 2003 in "Com-A"

▰ Estelle Compton

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Emogene [Alexander] Compton

Died November 03, … More Information
Emogene [Alexander] Compton went into the presence of the Lord on November 3, 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Obituary published: November 04, 1999 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Emogene (Kennett)[Alexander] Compton

Died November 04, … More Information
Emogene (Kennett)[Alexander] Compton went into the presence of the Lord on November 4, 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Obituary published: November 05, 1999 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Effie "Mammie" (Todd) Compton

Died August 03, … More Information
Effie "Mammie" (Todd) Compton, of Hermitage, Tennessee, passed away peacefully August 3, 2001. Effie was 81.
Obituary published: August 04, 2001 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Edwina Nelle Compton

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Edna (Moore) Compton

Died June 26, … More Information
Edna (Moore) Compton, age 91 of Maryville, Tennessee, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home June 26, 2003.
Obituary published: June 27, 2003 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Dorothy E (Rogers) Compton

Died April 05, … More Information
Dorothy E (Rogers) Compton, of Maryville, Tennessee, went into the presence of the Lord on April 5, 2005. Dorothy was 78.
Obituary published: April 06, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Dorothy E (Rogers) Compton

Died April 04, … More Information
Dorothy E (Rogers) Compton, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed from this life on April 4, 2005. Dorothy was 78.
Obituary published: April 05, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Dorothy Ann (Sanders) Compton

Died May 20, … More Information
On May 20, 2006, Dorothy Ann (Sanders) Compton, 68 of Columbia, Tennessee passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: May 21, 2006 in "ColumbiaDH"

▰ Dorothy (White) Compton

Died January 18, … More Information
Dorothy (White) Compton, 78, of Knoxville, Tennessee gained her wings on January 18, 2005.
Obituary published: January 19, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Dorothy "Dottye" (Warren) Compton

Died January 23, … More Information
Dorothy "Dottye" (Warren) Compton, age 80 of Bartlett, Tennessee, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 23, 2018.
Obituary published: January 24, 2018 in "Com-A"
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