Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Charles Robert Jenkins
Jan 29, 2021
Charles "Chucky" Robert Jenkins, age 34 passed away on January 29, 2021. In remembrance of an amazing son and brother. You will forever live in our hearts and memories. You will always be momma's baby. You had many who called you brother that loved you like a brother should. Today, we know how much you meant to all of the...
Shirley Anne Bloomer
Jan 29, 2021
Shirley Ann Bloomer, age 78, of Knoxville passed away on January 29, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, Glenn Bloomer; Parents, Robert and Pauline McGhee; Sister, Wilma McGhee; Brother, Robert McGhee Jr.; father and mother-in-law Mack and Ida Bloomer, and nephew Kevin McGhee. She is survived by her sons, Eddie and Wife Melanie...
William Ronald Britt
Jan 28, 2021
William Ronald Britt, age 72, passed away on January 28, 2021. He was born in White Pine, TN. After graduating high school, he joined the U.S. Army and served for 20 years. Post retirement, he was active with the VFW and Moose Lodge. He is survived by his son Keith Britt, and brother Donald Britt. Friends and family will meet...
Helen Ruth Wells
Jan 28, 2021
Helen Ruth Duncan Wells, 83, Knoxville, TN departed her earthly body and entered into her heavenly home on January 28, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. Helen was the daughter of Jacob and Marie Duncan. She was preceded in death by her children David and Donna Ray as well as her granddaughter Stefanie Johnson. Survivors include siblings Bertha (Leon) Curry, Bud...
Teddy Lee Stuffle
Jan 28, 2021
Teddy Stuffle, age 67 of Oak Ridge, passed away on January 28, 2021. He was a member of Kimwatt Baptist Church, and was an ordained preacher since 1983. He sang with his brother Larry at many different church services. He had a great sense of humor and was always “fair to partly cloudy.” He is preceded in death by his...
Judy Cardwell Moyers
Jan 27, 2021
Judy Cardwell Moyers, 76 of Knoxville, TN, passed away on January 27, 2021. She was a graduate of the University of Tennessee and worked at St. Mary’s Hospital for almost 30 years. Judy was a long-time member of Salem Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by mother Opal Cardwell, father Rome Cardwell, father-in-law and mother-in-law Hillard and Velma Moyers....
Shirley Dean Miller
Jan 27, 2021
Shirley Dean Miller born February 14, 1937, age 83 of Knoxville, passed away January 27, 2021. Preceded in death by James O. and Agnes Green Miller, grandparents J.D. Miller Sr. and Jenny Miller, Opal Miller, W.W. and Nora Green, Sisters Dorothy Lee Miller and Janice Bhatia, and grandchild Tina Marie Snow. Survived by children Deana A. Pruitt (Donny), Barton A....
Anna Helen Miller
Jan 27, 2021
Anna Helen (Szadziewicz) Miller passed away peacefully at home on January 27, 2021. She attended Bookwalter United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by Walter Sr. (Pauline) Szadziewicz and Butch (Walter Jr.) Szadziewicz. She is survived by her loving husband Willis Miller, sister Linda (E.J. Johnson) Trewhitt, daughter LeeAnn Holbert, son-in-law Richard Holbert, son Christopher W. Miller, granddaughter Abigail Douglas, nephews...
Betty Jean Jackson
Jan 26, 2021
Betty Jean Barker Jackson, age 92, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the University of TN Medical Center. She was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Lena Lawson Barker. She is survived by daughter, Dr. Becky Jackson (Donna Fielden); sons, Stuart Jackson (Barb) and Steve Jackson; grandson Eric Jackson; sister Peggy Griffith (Gerald); and aunt Dorothy...
Glenda Charlene Henry
Jan 26, 2021
Henry, Glenda Charlene Vittetoe, age 70 of Corryton, TN was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. She was a faithful member of Clear Springs Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents Harvey and Esther Vittetoe, step-father Weir Monroe, brothers Doyle, Earl, Charlie, and Bo Vittetoe, and sister Ruby Vittetoe. Left to...
James Edward Allison
Jan 25, 2021
James Allison, age 62, of Knoxville, TN passed away early Monday morning January 25, 2021. He retired from Knox County Schools and had a special devotion to assisting the Fulton Falcon sports teams, including bringing them to three championships. He is preceded in death by his parents James and Ella Mae Allison, brother Earl, sister Janie, brother in law Doug...
Nancy Ann Stout Rhyne
Jan 25, 2021
Nancy Ann Stout Rhyne, born April 13, 1939 to Robert & Azalee Stout, went to be with her heavenly Father, January 25, 2021. She graduated from Powell High School and Draughon Business College. Nancy is preceded in death by high school sweetheart, her husband, Robert “Sonny” Rhyne, son Robert “Barney” Rhyne, and great-granddaughter Mabry Kate. Survived by daughter Robin Rhyne...
John Robert Whitehead
Jan 25, 2021
John R. Whitehead Jr. (aka John Bob/JB)—Son, brother, uncle, friend—42, died on January 25, 2021. As a kid, JB always had the biggest smile and loved to play with his siblings. He experienced love and loss through his life, but always tried to see the best in people. And when that failed he’d find the good in any dog. Rescuing...
Pamela Gail Cruze
Jan 25, 2021
Pamela G. Henry, age 52 of Knoxville, passed away January 25, 2021. She enjoyed working on her house, arts and crafts, dancing, and going to the lake. She was the life of the party; always bubbly, humorous, and loving. Preceded in death by her mother Doris Louise Henry, grandparents Earl and Zora Wallace, grandparents Robert and Louise Henry, and father...
Jerry Dennis Jenkins
Jan 25, 2021
Jerry Dennis Jenkins, age 75 of Knoxville, passed away, at home, on January 25, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Jeanette and Joe Jenkins; siblings Virginia, Geneva, Howard, and Stella Mae (infant). Survived by wife of 52 years, Jean; four legged girls, Heidi and Gretchen; special niece, Aundrea Heath; nephews Vernon (Bernadette) Clonigen, Tony Jenkins, and Jimbo Lewis; special friends...
Loretta Lynn Gray
Jan 24, 2021
Loretta Lynn Gray age 56 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at home. She was a loving, fun, caring person who was always putting others before herself. She was preceded in death by her dog who was her “baby” Pooh Bear. She is survived by her mother Peggy Fleming; sisters Rebecca Rogers (Terry); Angela Goosie (Charles); brothers...
Alice Katherine Herrell
Jan 24, 2021
Alice Katherine (Stansberry) Herrell born April 2, 1920, age 100, of Halls passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021. She was a long time member of Highland View Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, William Ray Herrell; Sons, Rev. L.B. and J.P. Herrell; Father, William and mother, Lula Ann (Sweet) Stansberry; Brothers, J.B., Robert,...
Reba Mae Johnson
Jan 24, 2021
Reba Mae Johnson, 77 of Knoxville, joined the angels on Sunday, January the 24th at Fort Sanders Hospital. This beautiful angel was born on February 10th, 1943. She is the daughter of John and Margie Hensley of Knoxville, TN. She is preceded in death by daughter Patrisha Soloman of Greenvillle. She is survived by Raymond Johnson of Knoxville, daughter Rhonda...
Edna Hiers
Jan 23, 2021
Edna Hiers of Powell Tennessee passed away on January 23, 2021. She was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents, Hugh and Effie Mae Taylor; siblings: Sherman Taylor, Della Paine, Jack Taylor, Sandra Young and Steven Taylor. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Greg Hiers; sons: Jerry (Pat) Stinnett and Ricky...
Allen Ray Hurst
Jan 23, 2021
Allen Ray Hurst, age 85 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on January 23, 2021 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his son Greg Hurst. Survivors include his loving wife Judy Faye Hurst; sons: Randy Hurst and Kevin Hurst, along with five grandsons. Family and friends will meet on Monday, February 1, 2021 for a 3:00 PM Graveside...
