Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Tanis Elizabeth Cook
Nov 11, 2024
Tanis Elizabeth Cook, affectionately known to many as “Nana,” was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, November 11, 2024, in Corryton, Tennessee.
Tanis was born on February 01, 1946, in Columbus, Mississippi.
Throughout her life she worked in various administrative roles and retired as a business office manager with a home health care agency.
She is survived by children, Holly Spears...
Emilio Hernandez Zaragoza
Nov 10, 2024
Emilio Hernandez Zaragoza, edad 59 de Mexico fallecio el 10 de noviembre, 2024. Sera sepultado por su eterno descanso el sabado, 16 de noviembre, 2024.
Lela Mae Coker
Nov 10, 2024
Lela M. England Coker passed away at home Sunday evening November 10, 2024, at the age of 85. In her own words she was born June 28, 1939, “out in the field” in Harrogate, Tennessee.
She was the third of eight children born to Roscoe F. and Pauline Smelser England. At the age of 2 her family moved to Knoxville and...
John Edward Walker
Nov 10, 2024
John Edward Walker Sr., age 68 of Knoxville, formally of Maryland passed away on November 11, 2024.
John is preceded in death by his mother, Francis Walker. Survived by his wife Nancy Walker; children, Adam Gefter, John Walker Jr., Nicole Walker (Basil Farris); grandchildren, Hezekiah Gefter, Nehemiah Gefter, Kira Walker and Liam Walker; sisters, Debbie Walker and Shelly Walker. He also...
Stephen Wayne Russell
Nov 9, 2024
Stephen Wayne Russell, age 54 of Knoxville, passed away on November 9, 2024. He was born on October 12, 1970 to Clyde and Doris (Sharp) Russell.
Stephen was an avid outdoorsman and worked alongside his late Dad as a Lumberjack until he passed away in 2022. He loved drawing and was very talented in woodworking. He was obsessed with taking electronics...
Lucy Vandella Duncan
Nov 9, 2024
Lucy Vandella Brantley Duncan, age 95, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted Christian, mother, wife, sister, grandmother, aunt, and cherished friend, Lucy brought warmth and joy into the lives of everyone she met.
Born in 1929, Lucy was loved by so many for her kind heart, sense of humor and selfless spirit. She...
Betty Jo Collins
Nov 8, 2024
Betty Jo Collins age 53, of Knoxville passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Tommy and Linda Raby; brother, Tommy Miller Jr., son, Shawn Collins, and baby Luna who was like a great grandchild. Survived by, son, Alvin E. Collins Jr. (Brittany); grandchildren, Nevaeh Collins, Michael Richards, Kyrstin Collins, Tysin Collins, Britain...
Veronica Ann Upton
Nov 8, 2024
Veronica Ann Shuford Upton was born July 25, 1968 in Knoxville, TN and departed from her life November 8, 2024. Veronica was born to the late Margaretta Douglas of Knoxville, TN and Ronald Arnold of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Veronica was preceded in death by her mother, Margaretta Douglas; grandparents James and Mazie Guthrie, and Aunt Mozella and Uncle Samuel Guthrie.
She leaves to...
James Earl Dyer
Nov 8, 2024
James Earl Dyer, age 86 of Corryton, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. He attended Nehemiah Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Orice Dyer, brothers, Kenneth and Charles Dyer, and beloved dog, Marley. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Helen Foster Dyer, daughter,...
Mary Louise Fadnek
Nov 7, 2024
Mary Louise Fadnek, aged 78, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on June 20, 1946, Mary led a life marked by kindness, selflessness, and a radiant smile that touched everyone around her.
Mary dedicated over 40 years of her life to caring for children at the Powell United Methodist Church daycare center, a testament to her loving...
Shirley Ann Chappell
Nov 7, 2024
Shirley Ann Chappell, age 74 of Knoxville, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
Shirley was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother neighbor and friend. She never met a stranger, and often showered everyone she knew with love and kindness. She was an amazing lady and will be greatly missed.
Shirley is preceded in...
Dollie Helen (Walker) Leach
Nov 6, 2024
Dollie Helen (Walker) Leach, age 89, of Halls, passed away at her home on November 6, 2024. She was born on September 6, 1935, in the Straight Creek Community of Claiborne County, TN, to Rome and Denver Walker.
Dollie moved to Halls at the age of 10 and remained on her family property until her passing. She was a 1954 graduate...
David Alan Willis
Nov 6, 2024
David Alan Willis of Knoxville, TN died Wednesday, November 6. He was 78. He adored his daughter Jennifer and her family, who cared for him in his illness. He doted on his four grandchildren, attending their events and buying them pizzas, ice cream and other healthy foods. They called him “Pop”. A sensitive, compassionate man – this third of seven...
Steven Michael Rogers
Nov 5, 2024
Steven Michael Rogers, age 71, of Corryton, TN, died peacefully Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Steve was of the Baptist Faith and attended Clear Springs Baptist Church. Steve was an avid fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tilda B. Tapp Rogers on August 13, 1990 and Asie V. Rogers on February 5,...
Sandra Gail Harmon
Nov 4, 2024
Sandra Gail Harmon “Mimi” age 70, of Halls Crossroads, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 4, 2024. Gail was a member of Milan Baptist Church in Maynardville. She retired from Rock Tenn. She loved spending time on Norris Lake and being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gail had a dachshund Max that she adored. She was preceded in...
Oma Jacqueline "Jackie" Coburn
Nov 3, 2024
Oma Jacqueline “Jackie” Coburn, age 93, went to be with her loving Savior on Sunday, November 3, 2024. She was born and raised in Knoxville by her late parents, Jacob Costo and Ella Frances (Rankin) Coburn.
Jackie loved and cared for children her entire life. She would take care of kids until they were raised, then start over caring for others....
Charles Edwin Harmon
Nov 3, 2024
Charles Edwin Harmon, age 81, of Maynardville, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024. He went to sleep in Jesus's arms and he will wake up in Jesus's arms.
Charles was a long-time dedicated member of Ailor Dale Baptist Church and J.C. Baker Lodge for several years. Charles owned Air Quest America for 30 years, and was a beloved boss...
Vivian Millie Rausch-Swets
Nov 2, 2024
Vivian Millie Rausch-Swets was born on November 2, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee and died shortly afterwards. She was well loved and supported by many. Vivian was the daughter of David James Swets and Machaela Cari Rausch of Knoxville, Tennessee.
Vivian's paternal grandparents are Steve and Lynn Swets, and her maternal grandparents are Daniel and Tara Rausch....
Norbet Howard Roper
Nov 1, 2024
Norbet Howard Roper, age 62 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 1, 2024 surrounded by his loving wife and family. Norbet was an avid sports fan. He loved to connect with family and friends by calling them over the phone. He loved to take walks and taking care of his dear fur baby, Berlina. He...
Casey Bell
Oct 31, 2024
“Casey” Bell, born Sebastian Michael Wallace Bell, is loved and remembered as a kind and tender-hearted, child-loving, thoughtful, intelligent, beautiful, and caring person. They always had a strong sense of fairness for those who are ‘different’, and mechanically skilled and motivated. Casey was especially fond of music, at times playing guitar and violin. Casey’s top passion was always trains, they...
