Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Thomas L. Burke
Feb 19, 2021
Thomas L. Burke Tom Burke, 78, of Knoxville, TN and formerly Atlanta, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 19, 2021. Tom was born on August 15, 1942, to Thomas and Betty Burke of Brownsville, Pennsylvania. He grew up playing 4 years of Brownsville High School football and graduated in 1959. He grew up with his younger brother, Michael and...
Sylvia Haynes Tidwell
Feb 19, 2021
Sylvia Haynes Tidwell, age 77, received her heavenly reward on February 19th 2021. Sylvia was a wonderful wife, mom, and nana. She believed in the word of God and devoted herself to serving Jesus. She loved to travel, having been to Spain, Dubai, and India for mission work. Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband Gary Tidwell and sister...
William Earl Lovell
Feb 19, 2021
William Earl Lovell “Bill” born on November 2, 1960 went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2021. He is preceded in death by his beloved Mother Betty Lovell; Father Earl Cutshaw; Sisters, Loretta Burchell and Sylvia Lovell; Brothers Ronnie Lovell Sr., Henry Cutshaw, Teddy Catlett; Grandmother Irene Lovell and Great-Nephew Parker Gilbert. He is survived by his Brothers...
Dorothy Lee Nelson
Feb 18, 2021
Dorothy Lee Henegar Nelson, age 90, passed away peacefully at home with her children and grandchildren on Thursday, February 18, 2021. She was a lifelong member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Union County, TN. Preceded in death by husband Harold Nelson, parents, brothers and sisters. She leaves behind her daughters, Elaine Vance (Bill), Penny Nelson (Alberto), and son Ronnie...
Paul Steven Lee Turner
Feb 18, 2021
Paul Steven Lee Turner, age 63 of Anaheim, California, formerly of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at UT Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his parents; Thelma and Charles Turner, sisters; Lois Swaggerty and Barbara Kidd, brothers; Ray, Jack, Jim, and Don Turner. He is survived by sisters; Linda Neff and Mary Lane, brother John...
James T. Johnson
Feb 18, 2021
James T Johnson, Jr, age 88, of Hendersonville, TN formerly of Knoxville passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021. He was a Korean War Veteran who served in the U.S. Army and later retired from Tom’s Foods. He was raised in the Baptist Church and an inspiration to everyone he met. He never failed to share his strong faith every chance...
Jimmie Douglas Vance
Feb 18, 2021
Jimmie Douglas Vance II, age 60 of Knoxville, passed away February 18, 2021. He retired from TVA as an electrician. Jimmie was a great friend to many and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He enjoyed playing golf, story-telling, and was quite the comedian. Preceded in death by his father and mother, Jimmie Douglas and Imogene B. Vance....
John Taylor Mitchell
Feb 18, 2021
John Taylor Mitchell, born January 7, 1949 formerly of Knoxville, died at his residence in Myrtle Beach, SC February 18, 2021 following a battle with lung cancer. He was surrounded by loved ones as he was called home by his Lord and Savior. He is preceded in death by his devoted parents, Clarence Beecher and Katherine “Imogene” Mitchell as well...
Lowell Martin Lyons
Feb 17, 2021
Lowell Martin Lyons, Sr. age 79 of North Knoxville passed away 6:08 pm Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Tennova North. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War as a sharp shooter. He was the best husband, dad, papaw, great papaw and father-in-law. Preceded in death by parents Troy and Lillian, sister Lena, Margie...
Edna I. Ogle
Feb 17, 2021
Edna I. Ogle, age 71 of Knoxville passed away on February 17, 2021. She was a long time employee of Melaleuca before her retirement and was of the Baptist faith. Edna is preceded in death by her mother Katherine Laugherty, grandfather Vick Laugherty, sister Diane Loveday, brother J.C. Sands, great-grandson Benson Norton, and special friend, Katherine McKinney. Edna is survived...
Billy Ray Pierce
Feb 17, 2021
Billy Ray Pierce, age 90 of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2020 at Island Home Health and Rehab. He was a member of Union Baptist Church of Halls and proudly served his country in the Naval Reserves from 1948-1950 and in the United States Air Force from 1950-1954. He retired from KUB in 1996 after 42 years of...
Mariana Thetford
Feb 17, 2021
Mariana Thetford, age 74, of Knoxville, passed away at 1:26 A.M. Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Tennova North. Member of Christ United Methodist Church and the Multipliers Sunday School Class. She was retired CPA with Bancorp South, Tupelo, MS. She loved to knit and was active in several local knitting groups and she loved to drive. Preceded in death by...
Julie Ann Hensley
Feb 17, 2021
Julie Ann Hensley, age 58 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2021. Julie had a heart of gold, a smile always on her face and a deep love for her family and animals, she loved being in the water and sun and she carried that bright spirit with her. She was an amazing wife, Mother, and Grandmother....
Marlene Sorrells
Feb 15, 2021
Marlene Sorrells, age 79 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on February 15, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Annie Parrish and Husband, James "Jim" Sorrells. She is survived by her children: Dennis, Douglas, Otis, Donnie and Faith; grandchildren: Adam, Toby, Mariah, Tabatha, Christina, Amy and Carrie; great-grandchildren: Aleeyah, R.J., Clinton, Lucy, Jack, Grant and Maggie;...
Martha Pauline Yarbrough
Feb 15, 2021
Yarbrough, Martha Pauline, age 90 of Knoxville, TN, passed away on February 15, 2021. She was a member of Oakwood Baptist Church for 90 years. She was known as a “cradle roll” baby, joining Oakwood on her birthdate. She was a homemaker, devoted wife of 47 years to Kerney, and a loving mother to their 4 children. She is preceded...
Mae Chong Roller
Feb 14, 2021
Mae Chong Roller, age 69 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband John Roller in 2018. Survivors include her son, Chris (Khadijah) Roller and daughter Tina Roller; grandchildren: Nataya, Devon, Keyveon and Jha'Kai Roller; great grandchild, Fendi Roller, along with several special...
Xagus Harold Lett
Feb 13, 2021
Xagus “Harold” Lett age 76 of Corryton passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021. A member of Highland View Baptist Church, Corryton Masonic Lodge, American Legion Post 212, and the Tri-County Honor Guard. Harold was a Viet Nam War Veteran serving in the United States Army. Preceded in death by his parents Xagus and Marie Lett; sister Elva Ferguson. Survived by...
Carl Raymond Stroud
Feb 13, 2021
Stroud, Carl R., age 85, of Knoxville passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith. He is preceded in death by beloved wife Aileen Stroud. He is survived by Children; Rick (Mary Ann) Stroud, Patricia (Alvin) Hickman, Joe Stroud, Charles (Rachel) Stroud, 5 Grandchildren, Several Great-Grandchildren, Brothers; Jack (June) Stroud,...
Cherish Rachelle Murphy
Feb 12, 2021
Cherish Sartin Murphy, age 36, gained her wings on February 12th, 2021 at Fort Sanders Hospital. Cherish was born July 31st, 1984 in Knoxville, TN and was the youngest of 3 siblings. She is preceded in death by her parents, Allen Sartin and Debra Duggan. Cherish is survived by her husband Jason Murphy. Siblings Allison Cross, and Jason Johnson, children...
Sherry Frankie Fell
Feb 12, 2021
Sherry F. (Brooks) Fell, age 73, passed away Friday February 12th with congested heart failure at LaConte Medical Center. She worked at Walmart in Sevierville for many years. She will be remembered for her kind heart and her great love for her family. She is preceded in death by her beloved parents; Archie and Mossie Brooks, Husband; Leslie Fell, Brother;...
