Karen Darlene Bussell

Karen “Darlene” Bussell, age 66, of Harrogate, TN went to her heavenly home on June 15, 2024. She retired from the Claiborne County Board of Education and was a member of Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church. Darlene was not only a beloved sister and friend, but above all else a loving mother and grandmother.

Darlene was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald A. Bussell; parents, Anna Lee Barton and Woodrow “Bo” Barton; and brother-in-law, Carson Cavins.

She is survived by her two children, JoAnna (Jesse) Tussing and Matthew (Amy Jo) Bussell ; her three grandchildren, Lilly Jo Tussing, Callie Jo Bussell, and Illy Tussing; her sisters, Vicki Cavins, Terry Killion, and Libby (Bobby) Harmon; sisters-in-law, Anita (Rick) Russell and Kim (Rick) Long; brother-in-law, Mark Bussell; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and other loved ones.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at Coffey Funeral Home in New Tazewell, TN with funeral and graveside service to follow. Graveside service will be held in Crane Cemetery. Services will be officiated by Brother Jesse Tussing.

Pallbearers: Mikey Cavins, Jordan Cavins, Bailey Noah, Dylan Noah, Logan Wilder, Jacob Long, Tanner Bussell, Tyler Bussell, Cameron Bussell, and Connor Bussell.

Honorary Pallbearers: members of the Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church.

In addition to the above, the family would like to extend their thanks, appreciation, and gratitude to special friend, Dr. Robert Wimoth; Cody Malone of Amedisys Home Health; as well as Liza Barnard, Teresa Carey, and Chasity Lawson of Smoky Mountain Hospice.