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Patricia Gayle Edmonds

Patricia Gayle Edmonds

Jan 18, 2025

Patricia Gayle Edmonds, age 79 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was a member of Mynatt Road Baptist Church. Patricia was loved and cared for by her family, and also beloved by her church family and friends. She will be greatly missed.

She is preceded in death by...

Kenneth "Sonny" Walker Fersner

Kenneth "Sonny" Walker Fersner

Jan 18, 2025

Kenneth Walker “Sonny” Fersner, 90, of Powell, TN, passed away January 18, 2025 with his loved ones surrounding him as he met his new found Savior (January 2, 2025) JESUS! He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Pearl Fersner, son, Mark Alan Fersner; grandson, Harry Walker Fersner, Jr.

Sonny was a Scout leader with Troop 154 at Powell...

Dean Anthony Treadway

Dean Anthony Treadway

Jan 16, 2025

Dean Anthony Treadway age 59, of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. He had a strong love for cars and in his spare time he loved attending car shows. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Lee Treadway, and grandparents: James and Martha Davis Treadway and Wade...

Walter Lowe Jr.

Walter Lowe Jr.

Jan 16, 2025

Walter "Walt" Lowe Jr., age 82 of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Walt was a dedicated member of Branville Baptist Church, where he was a deacon for 33 years. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Ruth Lowe; parents, Walter Sr. and Juanita Lowe; brothers, Dallon Lowe...

Paul Wayne Leek

Paul Wayne Leek

Jan 15, 2025

Paul “Papaw” Wayne Leek passed away January 15, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a East Knoxville native and resident of South Knoxville where he was known and loved by many in the community for his generosity, kindness and sense of humor.

Paul was never one to sit idle. When he wasn’t running his welding business, C&K Welding, you...

Albert "Bubba" Donne Erekson, Jr

Albert "Bubba" Donne Erekson, Jr

Jan 15, 2025

Albert "Bubba" Erekson, Jr, age 85, born in Port Lavaca, TX, from Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Knoxville, TN, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center surrounded by his family.  Albert was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army.  He was an avid Bowler for over fifty years and was...

Miller Bruce Sullivan

Miller Bruce Sullivan

Jan 15, 2025

Miller Bruce Sullivan, age 25, was suddenly and peacefully called home Wednesday, January 15, 2025, in Brentwood, TN. He was born March 19, 1999, in Knoxville, TN. 

Miller was a 2017 graduate of The Webb School of Knoxville. He continued his education, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2020 from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Political Science and Religious...

Sarah Kim Kane

Sarah Kim Kane

Jan 14, 2025

Sarah Kim Kane, age 60, of Knoxville, TN passed away on January 14, 2025. She was a beloved wife, daughter, Auntie, and truest friend. She attended Cleveland High School, graduated from Carson-Newman College with degrees in Psychology and German, and received a Ph.D. in English Literature from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She was an English professor at Lee...

Linda Faye Nelson

Linda Faye Nelson

Jan 14, 2025

Linda Faye Nelson, age 72 of Knoxville, passed away on January 14, 2025, after a long struggle with illness. In life she was guided by the simple idea of putting the needs of her family and friends before her own. For most of her career she worked as a CNA tending to the needs of the elderly, and for all...

Faye Hensley Harmon

Faye Hensley Harmon

Jan 14, 2025

Faye Hensley Harmon, age 81, of Maynardville, TN, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, due to a brief illness. Faye was a long-time member of Ailor Dale Baptist Church. Faye’s favorite thing was to take care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, they were her life. She told them as long as she was around, they would...

Wilma Jane Madgett

Wilma Jane Madgett

Jan 14, 2025

Wilma Jane Madgett, age 93 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was a lifelong member of Roseberry Baptist Church. She loved camping, cooking, and gardening.

Preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Rose Mae Mitchell; loving husband of 64 years, Grady W. Madgett Sr.; and son, Franklin Madgett.

Wilma is survived by...

Garry Lynn Daniel

Garry Lynn Daniel

Jan 13, 2025

Garry Lynn Daniel age 71 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025.  He was a graduate of Gibbs High School, veteran of the U.S. Navy, and retired from the University of Tennessee Campus.  He loved music and playing the guitar.  Preceded in death by his parents, Juanita and Harry (Red) Daniel.  Survivors; son, Joshua (Josh) Daniel; daughter and son-in-law,...

Jackie Franklin Norman

Jackie Franklin Norman

Jan 13, 2025

Jackie “Jack” Franklin Norman, age 86, of Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully went to his eternal home on Monday, January 13, 2025 at AHC Healthcare in Knoxville, Tennessee.  He was the son of James Franklin Norman and Ina Lee Western.  He was married to the love of his life, his late wife Judy Norman, for 64 years.  Jack enjoyed spending time with...

Darrell Hensley

Darrell Hensley

Jan 13, 2025

Darrell Hensley age 88, of Knoxville, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025. He was a member of Sevier Heights Baptist Church. He was the owner of Hensley IGA for forty-six years. His life was devoted to his family and business. Darrell loved trips to Florida and Pigeon Forge and in his spare time he loved to play gin and...

John William Whitt

John William Whitt

Jan 13, 2025

John William Whitt Sr., age 78 of Knoxville, passed away on January 13, 2025. John was a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. He was a loving husband and father. John was predeceased by his father, Malcom Whitt; mother, Ina Mae Tallent; brother, Orville Whitt; and daughter, JoAnna Wade. He is survived by his...

Dallas Cleve Hicks, Jr.

Dallas Cleve Hicks, Jr.

Jan 12, 2025

Dallas Cleve Hicks, Jr., age 85, of Maynardville, went to his Heavenly home on Sunday, January 12, 2025. He is survived by his life partner of 32 years, Debbie McDearman of Maynardville, TN; stepdaughter, Roxanne (Rodney) Patterson of Andersonville, TN; granddaughter, Ali (Joseph) Tipton of Andersonville, TN; granddaughter, Ashtyn (Reece) Edmondson of Fayetteville, NC; and a very special great-granddaughter, Rexlee...

Tommy Eugene Gibson

Tommy Eugene Gibson

Jan 12, 2025

Tommy Eugene Gibson, age 79 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was a U.S. Army Veteran; and avid car lover, who never met a stranger. Tommy was of the Baptist Faith and enjoyed spending time with his family.

Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Johnny Gibson; sister,...

Sharon Presnell Williamson

Sharon Presnell Williamson

Jan 11, 2025

Sharon Presnell Williamson, age 60 of Knoxville, TN passed away on January 11, 2025. Every person that met Sharon had a better day because of her spirit, laughter, funny jokes and songs; she loved her lottery tickets!

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents Earl Presnell and Louise Vandergriff; Aunt, Naomi Presnell and sister-in-law, Polly Presnell; half-brothers, Alan, Wayne and...

Lisa Renee Hurst

Lisa Renee Hurst

Jan 11, 2025

Lisa Renee Hurst, age 55 of Knoxville, passed away January 11, 2025. She worked at Louis Original Italian Restaurant for many years. Lisa enjoyed reading. She will be remembered as good and caring person who loved to see people smile. Preceded in death by parents Robert LeRoy and Linda Lou Hurst. Survived by son Robert Hurst, sister Annett Rockwell and...

Judith Martirano

Judith Martirano

Jan 10, 2025

Judith “Judy” Martirano (nee Mount), age 72 of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on January 10th at Tennova North. Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, Judy was the beloved daughter of Marie (nee Farro) & James Mount.

Judy was born and raised in Newark, NJ where she graduated from East Side H.S. in 1970. She later went to work at...

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