James Counsell

James Earl Counsell, age 84, passed from this life on Jan. 6, 2024, in Jefferson City. He was born on Nov. 25, 1939, in rural Obion County to the late Clarence Blakemore and Sarah Kathryn (Harpole) Counsell. James spent his early years in Obion County and, following graduation from high school, enlisted in the U.S.…

James Earl Counsell, 84, died Jan. 6, 2024, in Jefferson City. Interment will be at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville.  Westside Chapel Funeral Home in Morristown is in charge of arrangements. The Messenger/1.12.24