Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Lee Raleigh Shugart
Sep 20, 2021
Lee R. Shugart, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather died peacefully at home on September 20, 2021. Dr. Shugart was born in Corbin, Kentucky. He was valedictorian of his high school class at St. Camillus Academy. Upon graduation, he attended East Tennessee State University graduating with a B.S. in Chemistry. After his undergraduate studies Dr. Shugart joined the...
Archie Ray Hutchens
Sep 19, 2021
Archie Ray “Junior” Hutchens Jr. age 57, of the Karns Community passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center. He was a member of Foot of the Cross Baptist Church. He enjoyed camping and his greatest hobby was his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by beloved father Archie Ray Hutchens Sr., sister Doris, brothers; Darrell...
Gerald Ray Leeper
Sep 19, 2021
Gerald “Jerry” Ray Leeper Jr., age 56 of Kodak, passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Jerry worked for Fleet Pride for over 20 years. Preceded in death by his father, Gerald Ray Leeper Sr.. He is survived by his son, Logan Leeper; longtime companion and soulmate, Tammy McMahan; mother, Pat Leeper; brother, Terry Leeper...
Mary Rhodes Adams
Sep 19, 2021
Mary Rhodes Adams, age 93 of Powell, passed away September 19, 2021. She was a member of Powell United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by husband George Ray Adams, parents Roxie and Samuel “Ludy” Rhodes, brother Robert “Bobby” Rhodes, and beloved cat Gracie. Survived by children Mike Adams, Linda Adams Coyne (Bruce), Kim Adams (Jim Seawright), grandchildren Jon Coyne (Elizabeth)...
William Whitson
Sep 19, 2021
William “Jabo” Whitson, age 76 of Powell, went to be with his wife of 50 years and his son, on Sunday, September 19th, 2021. He was of the Christian Faith. Preceded in death by his wife Linda Whitson, son Tony Byrd, brothers Ed Whitson, James Whitson Wilard, and Lindsey Whitson, sisters Mattie Nicely and Mildred Miller, parents Pauline and Jake...
Jimmy Floyd Fox
Sep 19, 2021
Jimmy Floyd Fox, age 78 of Knoxville, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 19, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was a long-standing member of Union Baptist Church, a graduate of Gibbs High School Class of 1961, and owner of Fox Siding Company. He was very proud to work with his Dad for over...
Mark Edward Smith
Sep 18, 2021
Mark Edward Smith, age 43 of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and a 1996 Gibbs High School graduate. Preceded in death by his mother Polly Smith, grandparents, beloved aunts and uncles. Survived by daughter Jaci Smith, father David “Smutt” Smith, brother and sister-in-law Brian and Allison Smith, niece and nephews...
Douglas Roderick Kyle
Sep 18, 2021
Douglas Roderick Kyle, age 36 of Knoxville, passed away. Despite the recent health struggles, Doug approached life with the same positive, thoughtful, selfless, enthusiastic, goofy mentality. His sole purpose remained steadfast as he continued to bring laughter and joy to everyone around him. He was a Christian, caring and committed husband to the love of his life, proud father of...
Charlie Sharp
Sep 18, 2021
Charles Benton Sharp (Charlie), age 69, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021, in his home surrounded by loved ones. Shortly after retiring in 2019, Charlie was diagnosed with Sarcoma Cancer and for two years he courageously fought this disease with strength, perseverance, and dignity, never once complaining. Charlie was born to Ruth and Benton Sharp of...
Janice C. Young
Sep 18, 2021
Janice C. Young born Monday, August 17, 1953 went to be with Jesus on Saturday, September 18, 2021. She loved gardening, being outdoors, watching humming birds and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her mother, Lillian Crawford; father, Everett Young; God given daddy, M.B. Weber; brothers Jerry Young and Terry Webber; many aunts and uncles. Left to...
Allen Ray Clift
Sep 17, 2021
Dr. Allen Ray Clift, age 80, of Knoxville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 17 surrounded by family. Ray fought a courageous health-related battle for 7-years and remained strong and determined until the end. He was lovingly cared for at home with the guidance and support of UT Hospice. Ray was a faithful member...
Arlina Adams
Sep 16, 2021
Arlina Weaver Adams, age 88 of Knoxville, TN went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, September 16, 2021. She is preceded in death by beloved husband Lemuel L. Adams, parents Charlie (Gladys) Weaver, sisters; Gurtie Browning and Katherine McFalls, and special friend Jackie Schubert. She is survived by loving daughter Patricia Gale Hicks, sons; Kenneth W. (Apryl) Hicks...
Charlie Ray Hemphill
Sep 16, 2021
Charlie Ray Hemphill, age 64 of Knoxville, passed away September 16, 2021. He was a 2 time cancer survivor. Preceded in death by mother and father Cecil and Dicie Hemphill, father-in-law and mother-in-law Edward and Marie Conner, 2 brothers, 1 sister, and his brother-in-law. He leaves behind his loving wife Joyce Hemphill, sons Steven (Amy) Hemphill, Timothy (Holly) Hemphill, grandchildren:...
Bret Austin Young
Sep 15, 2021
Bret Austin Young, age 27, went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2021. He enjoyed spending his time boxing for the Knoxville Golden Gloves for 8 years, collecting vintage clothing, and being with his family. Preceded in death by his Papaw Roger Viles and father Mark Young. Survived by mother Trina Viles (Michael McCall), sister Blakely McCall, nana...
Jeanette Daniels
Sep 14, 2021
Jeanette Daniels – age 90, of Knoxville, went to be with Jesus on September 14, 2021. Jeanette was a loving Daughter, Sister, Mother and Grandmother. She was preceded in death by parents, Horace and Mamie Ivey; brother, George Ray Ivey; husband, Rev. Homer Daniels; son and daughter-in-law, Michael “Mike” & Cathy Doane. Survived by her son, Dewayne Doane (Tammy Shultz);...
Billy Clabough Sauls
Sep 14, 2021
Billy Clabough Sauls, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was a Minister of the Gospel and member of Christian Fellowship Center for more than 20 years. He loved going to church, spending time with his family, and UT Football. Preceded in death by his mother, Bertha Sauls; stepdad, Lawrence Rutledge;...
Amy Beth Chapman
Sep 14, 2021
Amy Chapman, age 50 of Knoxville, passed away September 14, 2021. She was a loving daughter, big sister, and aunt to 2 wonderful people. Amy is preceded in death by father Neil Chapman, and both sets of grandparents. She leaves behind her mother Linda Chapman, brother Ryan Chapman, sister-in-law Dr. Jennifer Harper, as well as her loving extended family. Online...
Dexter Winston Mayfield
Sep 13, 2021
Dexter W. Mayfield “Uncle Dexter,” age 90 of Knoxville, TN passed away Monday, September 13, 2021. He was a former school teacher, avid photographer, and gardener. He is preceded in death by beloved parents Ervin (Nellie) Mayfield Sr. and brother Ervin H. Mayfield Jr. He is survived by loving nephew Joseph (Shonda) Mayfield, great-nephews Steven and Joel Mayfield, and great-niece...
David Warren Jackson
Sep 13, 2021
Elder David Warren Jackson, was born October 19, 1953 the fourth of five sons of the late Trula Martin Jackson Davis and Millard Jackson in Knoxville, TN. He attended the Knox County School system and the vocational technical college in California. He was a business entrepreneur operating several businesses from a car dealership to home and building remodeling. Elder Jackson...
Anne Schauss
Sep 13, 2021
Anne Schauss, 97, went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2021. She was a member of St. Albert The Great Parish. Preceded in death by her spouse George K. Schauss, son Jeff Schauss, granddaughters Samantha and Jennifer Fox. Survived by her daughters Joan (Dan) Goedeke and Mary (Mike) Fox, grandchildren Jeff Schauss Jr., Vaughn (Amy) Schauss, Shawn...
