Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Karen Kathleen Dukes
Jun 20, 2024
Karen Kathleen Tranthem Dukes passed away on June 20, 2024. Karen was born on January 23, 1952, in Knoxville, TN. She has been a lifelong resident of Knoxville. Karen attended West High School and the University of Tennessee. Karen had a lifelong love of dance. At the young age of 16, she opened Karen's school of dance, where she taught...
Kathy Lynn Collins
Jun 20, 2024
Kathy Lynn Collins, age 69, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on June 20, 2024. She was preceded in death by her father, Wilbur Pryor, her mother, Dorothy Pryor, her brother in law, Wayne Robinson, and niece, Megan Brown. She is survived by her husband, Joe Collins, her sisters, Judy Robinson and Margaret (Clyde) Brown, her daughters, Elizabeth (David) Miller, Rebecca...
Imogene Tipton Brock
Jun 20, 2024
Imogene Williams Brock 89 of Knoxville, passed away on June 20,2024.
She was preceded in death by; Former husband Charles Williams, Daughter Brenda Burton, Granddaughter, Crystal Burton, Father and Mother Dennis and Gertrude Tipton, sisters Bernise Wells,Liz Tipton, Opal Denton, Mary Powell; Brothers John Tipton, Joe Tipton, Jr. Tipton, Merl Tipton, Ruban Tipton, Ed Tipton. Survived by: Husband Earl Brock. Sons...
Glen Ray Laws
Jun 18, 2024
Glen Ray Laws, age 79, of Knoxville, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren. Glen was born in Knoxville, TN on November 17, 1944 to Joe and Flora Laws. He graduated from Powell High School in 1962. Glen enlisted with the United States Marine Corps in 1962 and served in the Vietnam War until...
Vivian L McDeerman
Jun 18, 2024
Vivian L McDeerman “Nanny,” 68, born June 6, 1956, gained her angel wings on June 18, 2024 at 6:56pm surrounded by her family. Nanny lived her life to the fullest. She loved her family but most of all she cherished her beloved husband Jr and her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Millard A. McDeerman Jr....
Edward "Eddie" Wayne Battles
Jun 18, 2024
Edward "Eddie" Wayne Battles, age 52 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.He enjoyed cutting trees down and spending time with animals.
Preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Nancy Battles; and son, Jonathon Battles.
Eddie is survived his daughter, Leanne Shoemaker; son, Brandon O’Mary; grandchildren, Madison Burt, Emily Burt, Grayson Shoemaker, and Memphis Shoemaker; sisters, Dorothy (Stephen)...
Patricia Ann Cheek
Jun 17, 2024
Patricia Ann Cheek, age 77 years, died Monday, June 17, 2024. She was of the Baptist faith. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and June Cheek; sister, Sharon Bean; daughter, Robin Light and granddaughter, Megan Cabage. She is survived by her son and daughter in law, Dwayne and Misie Light; grandchildren, Cassondra (Justin) Blevins, Sami (Chris) Lay;...
Michael Wayne Bradley
Jun 16, 2024
Michael Wayne Bradley, age 53 of Knoxville, passed away on Sunday June 16, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha Tuggle, father, Albert Tuggle, and grandmother, Rachel Humphrey.
He was Survived by his wife; Evelyn Bradley, children; Tommy Maples and Jessica (Joshua) Oglesby, grandchildren; Malachi and Bella Oglesby, close friend and brother in law; Junior Sands, aunt; Carolyn (Charles...
Cornelius Gene Rickels
Jun 15, 2024
Cornelius Gene Rickels passed away in his sleep on Saturday morning, June 15, 2024 at the age of 91. Gene was born on July 7, 1932 in the home of his grandparents in Mount Vernon, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his Father Raymond Rickels and Mother Mabel Rickels; his brothers, Raymond Jr. Rickels and Douglas Rickels; and sister...
April "Charlene" Massengill Crawford
Jun 15, 2024
April “Charlene” Massengill Crawford, age 66, passed away on June 15, 2024. She was born April 5, 1958.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles “Shorty” and Beulah Massengill; brothers, Charles Massengill Jr, Carl Massengill, and Rusty Massengill; sisters, Rosa Thomas and Teresa Sutherland; husband Johnson T. Crawford; son Brandon Massengill; and granddaughter Jasmine Crawford.
April is survived by her...
Adam Keith Abner
Jun 13, 2024
Adam Keith Abner, age 39, of Maynardville, Tennessee passed away suddenly and without warning, Thursday, June 13, 2024. He was of the Baptist faith. Adam was preceded in death by his mother, Teresa Abner and grandparents. Adam is survived by his devoted father, Bobby Abner and brother, Joshua Abner and many other family and friends. The family will receive friends...
Charles Robert Buckner, Sr.
Jun 13, 2024
Charles Robert Buckner, age 82 of Corryton, TN passed away June 13, 2024 after a battle with lung cancer. Charlie grew up in Sharp's Chapel, TN. Later moving to Corryton and graduating from Gibbs high school in 1960 soon after finishing school, he enlisted into the U.S. Army. Where he proudly served for fourteen years through the Vietnam War. After...
Matthew "Bull" Paul Brooks
Jun 13, 2024
Matthew Paul Brooks "Bull" age 48 of Corryton, TN laid his eyes on his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 13, 2024. He was a Gibbs High School graduate of the Class of 1994. He was a faithful member of Miracle Baptist Church. He was a member of White Lightening 3 on 3 championship team. He played Flag Football for...
Winford Littin French
Jun 12, 2024
Winford “Bill” L. French passed away on June 12, 2024 from injuries resulting from a fall. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lavoda Hall French; father, Doak French; mother, Hattie Jane French; brothers, James and Ralph; sister, Rosetta. Winford is survived by his sister, Reba; brother Fred; daughter, Shari (James) Massengill; grandsons, Brian (Amy), Brandon (Laura) and Michael;...
Linda Ellis
Jun 12, 2024
Linda Susan Ellis
April 22, 1963 – June 12, 2024
Linda Ellis, devoted and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away just 5 months after her loving husband of 40 years, Gary Wayne Ellis. She fought hard the last few months, but the pain of losing her husband was just too much for her to bear; she just couldn’t go on...
Donald Wayne Stephens
Jun 12, 2024
Donald “Wayne” Stephens, age 67, passed away on the morning of June 12, 2024. He was born on December 10, 1956, to Donald Edward and Betty Faye (Johnson) Stephens.
Wayne was most recently employed by Home Depot in Sevierville. Prior to that, he owned and operated Faske Wood Moulding in Borden, Indiana. Wayne was also an avid fisherman and an animal...
David Michael Lowell Sharp
Jun 11, 2024
David Michael Lowell Sharp, age 34, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. He loved listening to music and playing basketball with his nephews. He was preceded in death by: father; David Sharp, sister; Tiffany Sharp, grandmother; Peggy Sharp, and uncle; Eugene Sharp. He is survived by his mother; Pamela Davis, sister; Pamela...
A. K. (Pappy) Lawson, Jr.
Jun 11, 2024
A.K. (Albert) “Pappy” Lawson Jr., age 82 of Fountain City passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at U.T. Medical Center. He was a member, deacon, and treasurer of Shannondale Missionary Baptist Church. He retired from Knoxville Fire Department after 18 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Lorene and A.K. Lawson Sr. and brother, Tommy Lawson. Survived by...
Timothy Earl Nichols
Jun 10, 2024
Timothy Earl Nichols, age 70, passed away Monday, June 10th, 2024.
Preceded in death by father and mother, C.E. Nichols and Betty June Nichols.
He was survived by his brothers Nalan (Sara) and Neil (Wendy) Nichols, sons Lucas and Jason Nichols, and granddaughter Autumm Nichols.
Timothy served in the U.S. Army and worked as a salesman and a truck driver. He had a...
Reba Fleenor Lane
Jun 10, 2024
In Loving Memory of Reba Fleenor LaneOctober 12, 1958 – June 10, 2024With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Reba Fleenor Lane, a devoted educator and beloved member of her community, on June 10, 2024. Reba’s unwavering dedication to education and her selfless commitment to others have left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of...
