Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Joe Clyde Miller
Feb 5, 2021
Our Dad, Joe C. Miller, Jr., 86 of Knoxville, on February 5, 2021 received an honorable discharge from the Earthly army of God and now serves along side his Savior among the multitude of angels, including his wife of 67 years, Janice Rutherford Miller, who preceded him in death on March 7, 2020. Joe was a faithful soldier of God....
Margaret Ann Cathey
Feb 5, 2021
Margaret (Green) Cathey, widow of James “Jim” Cathey was greeted into the arms of Jesus on February 5, 2021. Born May 12, 1938 in Michigan, she lived most of her life in Knoxville, TN. She and her late husband were high school sweethearts and graduates of Powell High School. They were married for 47 years, co-owned Cathey’s RV and were...
Clarence Ulas Foust
Feb 5, 2021
Clarence Ulas Foust, age 68 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on February 5, 2021. Clarence had retired from Wilbur's garage as a mechanic. Preceded in death by his parents Willie and Linda Foust; two brothers: James "Bodie" and Bill Jr.; three sisters: Juanita, Joy and Donna. He is survived by his wife Elaina Foust; sons: Clarence (Angela), Eric (Dixie) and...
Joseph Houston Whaley
Feb 4, 2021
Joseph (Joe) H. Whaley, age 77, of Corryton, TN passed away in his home on Thursday February 4, 2021. He was born on December 15, 1943 in Garland, KY. One of six siblings, he grew up in Knoxville, TN. He graduated from Harrison-Chilhowee Baptist Academy in 1961. A proud veteran and one who loved his country dearly, he served in...
Kenneth Dean Johnson
Feb 4, 2021
Kenneth Dean Johnson passed away peacefully at home on February 4, 2021 at the age of 82. He was born on February 1, 1939 in Knoxville, TN to Herbert and Margaret (Sis) Johnson where he was one of 9 siblings: Henry Johnson, Vonceal Jenes, Huey Johnson, Billie Blankenship, David Johnson, Sue Lawson, Mary Keck, and Lillian DeFord. He graduated from...
Chloe Raylond Renee Young
Feb 4, 2021
Chloe Raylond Renee Young (Bugette), age 4 of Blaine, went home to be with the Lord February 4, 2021. Our precious baby was only 4 years old, but she had such a great love for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She never passed up a chance to give anyone an invite to church. She loved her family and friends,...
Betty Jean Gaddis
Feb 4, 2021
Betty Jean Gaddis age 84 of Knoxville passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021 at home. Employed by Bellsouth Telephone Company as an operator for 38 years. A member of Grace Baptist Church in Karns. Preceded in death by her parents John and Pearl Allen; brother John R. Allen. Survived by her daughter Kelly Riggs (Danny); sisters Peggy Boatman, Mary Jane...
Joshua Paul Pittman
Feb 3, 2021
Joshua Paul Pittman, age 31 of Kodak, passed away February 3, 2021. He will be remembered as a caring and loving man, who always treated those around him with kindness. Josh had an infectious laugh and a wonderful sense of humor. He enjoyed doing jiu jitsu and skateboarding and was good at anything he tried to do. Preceded in death...
Pamela Jean Mccurry
Feb 3, 2021
Pamela Jean McCurry, age 65, born in December of 1955, passed away surrounded by her family on February 3rd, 2021. She was born in Chicago, Illinois and also attended high school in Chicago. She moved to Tennessee in the 1960s. Proceeded in death by father; Billy Ray Lamb, and mother; Wilma Jean Dunlap-Lamb. Survived by daughters; Lora Jean McCurry, Beth...
William Randal Johnson
Feb 2, 2021
William Randal Johnson age 63 of Knoxville (formerly of Nashville) passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021. A veteran of the United States Navy and a retired Master Electrician. Randy loved watching the Vols and NASCAR. He enjoyed spending time in the water and having his toes in the sand. He was passionate about motorcycles, bowling and being in the mountains....
Brandi Marie Miracle
Feb 1, 2021
Brandiee Daugherty Miracle was born on Friday, January 13, 1978. She gained her angel wings on Monday, February 01, 2021. She was an amazing wife, mother, and friend to all she knew. Her life was spent loving with fierce passion. She left her mark on everyone she met. She is preceded in death by her Mother; Sandra Daugherty, Father; Ramey...
Matthew Alan Mccormick
Feb 1, 2021
Matthew Alan McCormick, of Knoxville, TN, went to be with the Lord on February 1, 2021. He had a strong devotion and love to his family and children. He also enjoyed spending his free time working on cars. He is preceded in death by his loving grandmother Jacquelynne Bryant, and grandparents Joe and Stella McCormick. He is survived by beloved...
Harold Wayne Mays
Feb 1, 2021
Harold Wayne Mays, age 64, of Knoxville Tn went to be with the lord on February 1, 2021 at 1:50am. He was a member of Keith Avenue Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by Parents Charles Ray Mays Sr. and Ruby G. Houser Mays; Daughter, Brandi Strader; Siblings, Alice Kirby Mays Eddie Abbott Mays, Ann Haynes Mays, Charles Ray...
Janet Lagene Beach
Jan 31, 2021
Janet Lagene Beach, age 29 of Knoxville, passed away January 31, 2021. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Janet had the biggest heart and loved animals. Preceded in death by grandmother Janet Lagene Kibble, grandfather William Kibble, grandmother Mary Lou Beach, and uncles Brian Kibble and Anthony Joseph Abruzzi. She leaves behind her life partner James...
Nancy Ann Perkins
Jan 31, 2021
Nancy Ann Perkins, age 78, of Knoxville, Tn went to be with the lord on January 31, 2021. She was a devoted member of Black Oak Baptist Church. She was employed at St. Mary’s Hospital for 27 years. She loved her family and friends as they did her as well. She was preceded in death by parents Harry Angus Dyer...
Claude William Roberts
Jan 30, 2021
Claude William Roberts Jr., age 46 passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Claude was born May 13, 1974. Preceded in death by his parents Claude and Glenda Roberts; sister Tiffany Cowan. Claude will be missed most be his children CJ Roberts (Bree Garcia) and Kelsey Roberts; grandchildren Samuel Roberts, Scarlett Roberts, and a third grandchild on the way; sister...
Russell Andrew Reynolds
Jan 30, 2021
Rev. Russell Andrew Reynolds, age 65 of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2021. He was a member of Dutch Valley Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his parents Wade and Betty Ruth Reynolds and sisters Charlotte Fields and Linda Mayes. Survived by his wife, Sandra Kay Reynolds; sons: Adam Russell Reynolds and wife Alexandra...
Donald Speed Roe
Jan 29, 2021
Donald Speed Roe, Jr. born February 26, 1954, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Donald S. Roe, Sr. and Dorothy Roe (Moore). Survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Karen Elaine Roe, brother Greg Roe, sister Denise Roe, children Melissa Langford (Stacy), Donald Roe, Jr. III (Heather), stepson Matthew Browning (Kristy), and 11...
Lisa Foster
Jan 29, 2021
Lisa Faye Foster 52 of knoxville Tn born March 4th 1968 took her wings Jan. 29th. She was a kind loving soul with a heart of gold. She had a wild spirit that no one could tame. She is proceeded in death by her mother Judy Baker and father Frank Turpin and brother Frankie Turpin. She leaves to cherish her...
Charles Michael Mcmillen
Jan 29, 2021
Charles Michael McMillen (“Mac”) and Whitney Kirby McMillen will be formally laid to rest together on Friday, October 8, 2021, at 12:30 pm, at East Tennessee State Veteran’s Cemetery, 2200 E. Gov. John Sevier Highway 168, Knoxville, TN 37920. Friends and acquaintances are invited to join the family at the Memorial Service to be held that morning at 10:15 a.m....