Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Carolyn Ann Beeler
Dec 1, 2021
Carolyn Ann (Palmer) Beeler born October 25, 1940, age 81 of Fountain City, went to be with the LORD. A former member of Smithwood Baptist, First Baptist of Fountain City, and Norwood Baptist Churches, Carolyn was a faithful Christian who dedicated her life to serving others for GOD. A Central High School alumni from class of 1958, she was married...
Darrell Eugene Sexton
Dec 1, 2021
Darrell Sexton, age 57, left us all way too soon. He departed this world December 1, 2021. Darrell was always full of life, love, and laughter and he cared about everyone. He will be missed by so many. Darrell was preceded in death by his parents Sarah Clymer and Doyle Sexton, and many other family members and friends. Survived by...
Mary Ellen Madden
Dec 1, 2021
Mary Ellen Madden, age 78 of Knoxville, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, December 1. 2021. Preceded in death by parents; Henry and Audrey Smith; sister, Sandra Ford; and son, James Madden. Survivors; sons, Michael and Gary Neely, Scott Madden. Sisters; Carol Cole, Patricia, Debra Dukes and Kim Taylor. Brothers-in-law Roy Taylor and Eddie Dukes. Several nieces...
Brenda & Wayne Carmichael
Dec 1, 2021
Brenda Faye Carmichael, age 75 of Knoxville, passed away December 1, 2021. She was a member of Parkwest Church. She was known to many as Ms. Brenda, who owned Sportswear and More for many years. She was beloved by cheerleaders and cloggers Knoxville. Brenda loved to sing karaoke and laugh as much as possible. She will be remembered as a...
Bobbie Janette Hubbs
Nov 30, 2021
Bobbie Janette Smith Hubbs, age 83, joined her family in Heaven on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. She was better known as "Aunt Bob" to everyone she knew. She was a member of Wildwood Baptist Church in Maryville, and retired from Palm Beach after 27 years. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Eugene Smith and Rondy Hubbs; parents, Paul...
Gary Michael Ailor
Nov 30, 2021
Gary Ailor, age 69, passed away on November 30, 2021. He is preceded in death by mother, Ann Ailor and brother Terry Ailor. He is survived by his father; Jim Ailor, brothers; Dennis and Jerry Ailor, children; Rebekah Ailor and Lindsay Ailor, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, two nieces, and two nephews. There are no services at this time. Condolences may...
Michael Davis Huff
Nov 30, 2021
Michael D. Huff, age 45, went home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2021. He loved reading, writing poems and helping others. His favorite scripture is Psalm 23. Michael was so loved by his family and will be greatly missed. Michael was preceded in death by his dear grandmother, Claudette Doris Huff, his dear sister-in-law, Anona Large-Mays, and...
Joseph Love Sr.
Nov 29, 2021
Joseph Love, Sr. age 60 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord Monday, November 29, 2021. Joseph loved cooking and had a special love for his grandkids. He loved being outside feeding the birds and the squirrels. Joseph is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Love; son, Bradley Harper; grandparents, Mary Hawkins, Charlie King, Ollie Love, and Pearl...
Rhonda Hackney
Nov 29, 2021
Rhonda Day Hackney, 65, gained her wings on , surrounded by the love of her family. Rhonda was the oldest of 4 girls born to Robert Eugene and Wanda McCurry Day who proceeded her in death. She is survived by her sisters, Jamie Harvey, Barbara Hall, and Debbie Harrison, her husband, Steve Hackney, their three children, Daisy Knox (Lesley Knox),...
William C. Wolfe
Nov 29, 2021
William C. Wolfe III (Corky), 74, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 29, 2021 at home. Bill was born on March 5, 1947 in Chattanooga, TN, but was a lifelong resident of Knoxville. He was the owner and operator of Wolfe Equipment Sales and spent the last 12 years retired. He enjoyed time both here in Knoxville and at his...
Roger Allan Berry
Nov 29, 2021
For Roger, bringing out the best in any situation was as easy as offering a smile, a witty remark or the twinkle of an eye. And with just those simple gestures, he could evoke the most pleasant of emotions. Roger really mastered the art of living and had great fun in doing so. His parents were Ronnie and Glenda Berry....
Joann Bright
Nov 28, 2021
Jo Ann Stuffle Bright, age 78, of Powell passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by her parents Coy and Jo Pearl Weisgarber Stuffle; brother Tom Stuffle. She will be greatly missed by her son and daughter-in-law Bruce Bright and Darlene Lusby; her grandchildren Ashley Bright, Amanda Bright, Ashley Lusby and Kendra...
Wanda E. Cate
Nov 28, 2021
Wanda Cate better known as Meme or Poochie, a former purchaser at St. Mary’s Hospital and life-long resident of Halls Crossroads, TN died peacefully on November 28, 2021 at the age of 86. Wanda is survived by her daughter; Cammy Reno, grandson Bo Carpenter (Sharon) Gary (Bubba) Carpenter (Misty); Great grandchildren Dylan Carpenter, Caylee Carpenter, Gregory Kiser. She will be...
Luther Byrum
Nov 27, 2021
Luther Byrum, age 66, of Strawberry Plains, TN, passed away Saturday evening, November 27, 2021. He is the son of the late, Claude and Ruby Byrum. Luther was preceded in death by his parents and several siblings. Luther is survived by his sisters, Martha Jones and JoAnn Tharpe and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Visitation: 2:00 PM...
Kenneth Loy Wyrick
Nov 27, 2021
Kenneth "Ken" Loy Wyrick ended his fourth quarter peacefully at the age of 72 on November 27, 2021 in Knoxville, Tennessee, just up the road from where he grew up to be one of the best tailbacks of all time for Central High School, Class of 1966. Ken went on to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West...
Richard Scott Harmon
Nov 27, 2021
Richard Scott Harmon, age 73, of Powell affectionally known as “Pop Pop” passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam conflict. Richard retired as a TVA police officer after many years of service. Preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Della Mae Harmon. He will be greatly missed by...
Edith Lee Hargis Shankles
Nov 27, 2021
Edith Lee Hargis Shankles, age 93 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 27, 2021. Edith loved her Lord and Saviour above all. She loved her flowers and sewing and enjoyed mowing her yard, being in the outdoors, and loving God’s creation. She attended Still Waters Baptist Church where she loved hearing her son preach. She...
Jon Edward Hankins
Nov 27, 2021
Jon Edward Hankins age 49 passed away at 4:06 am on November 27th 2021 due to complications from covid. Jon was born November 27th 1972 to Jon Carroll Hankins and Betty Widby Hankins. He graduated from Central High School in 1991 and received a BS and MBA from the University of Tennessee. Jon met the love of his life Terri...
Jack Lee Beeler
Nov 26, 2021
Jack Lee Beeler, age 94, of Maynardville passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at his home. Jack was always a hard worker having been a truck and bus driver for over 79 years. He was a devoted and loving man who cared greatly about his family. Preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Joan Beeler; daughter, Kris Wolfenbarger; parents, U.H....
Claude Keith
Nov 26, 2021
Claude R.W. Keith, age 91 of Knoxville, passed away November 26, 2021. He served as an Elder at Chapman Highway Church of Christ, as well as, a 32nd degree Double Eagle Mason. Claude served as Sergeant First Class in the US Army and completed two tours in Korea where he was awarded with a Bronze Star. Preceded in death by...
