Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Raymond Kelley Kennedy
Aug 3, 2020
Raymond “Ray” Kelley Kennedy departed this life Friday, July 31, 2020 unexpectedly at the age of 40 years old while working at a job he loved. No matter the woes he had, he always found something to love about everything he did. He was preceded in death by Maternal Grandparents, Carol and Phyllis Halpin, and paternal Papaw, Otis Kyle Kennedy,...
Mary Magdalane Walden
Aug 3, 2020
Our beloved mother and grandmother, Mary Magdelene "Maggie" Walden passed from this world on Aug. 3, after a lengthy illness. She was lovingly cared for at the home of her granddaughter, Shawna Walden and was surrounded by her children at the bedside as she spent her last moments in this world. Maggie, as she was called by her loved ones,...
Horst Saegebrecht
Aug 3, 2020
Horst Saegebrecht, age 79, of Corryton,TN, went on to be with the Lord August 3, 2020. Horst was a loving Father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by wife, Carolyn Saegebrecht, son, Dieter Saegebrecht and daughter, Doris Kimball. Survivors include son, Larry Saegebrecht and wife Susie, daughter, Michelle Atkins and husband John, grandchildren, Angel, Amanda, Dieto, Samantha, Allen and...
Mildred Ruth Wallace
Aug 2, 2020
Mildred Ruth Wallace, age 96 of Fountain City, passed away at 8:50 pm on Sunday, August 2, 2020. Member of Central Baptist Church of Fountain City, the Metcalf Sunday School Class and the Wednesday Knitting Club at Central Baptist Church. She was an employee of Baums Florist and she was a barber with her husband Ray at Fountain City Barber...
Virginia Cleveland Schubert
Aug 1, 2020
Virginia Cleveland Schubert, age 76, of Knoxville, passed away August 1, 2020. She was a member of Graveston Baptist Church and had retired from UT Medical Center after 27 years of service. Virginia was preceded in death by parents, Poe & Dora Cleveland, brothers, Robert & Dallas Cleveland, and sister, Georgia Cleveland. Survivors include husband, Donald Schubert, daughters, Kim Pitts...
Daniel Lee Baker
Aug 1, 2020
Daniel Lee Baker, born October 24, 1946 in Knoxville, TN, passed away August 1, 2020 in Pigeon Forge, TN. Preceded in death by parents John Baker and Eula Effinore “Effie” Wilson Baker, brothers John Wayne and George Caswell Baker. Survived by children Katrina (Shawn) Ousley (Bristow, VA), Jeff (Jennifer) Baker (Maryville, TN), grandchildren Saylor, Tristan and Camden Ousley, Hamilton, Wilson,...
Sammy Joe Bounds
Aug 1, 2020
Sammy Joe Bounds, 70, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, August 1, 2020. Sam was a proud Marine Corps veteran, Vietnam veteran and retired with 23 years devotion to the Corps. Sam also retired from the Knox County District Attorney’s office. He is preceded in death by his father Eugene Bounds, mother Laura Bounds, and brother Bobby Bounds. He...
Roger Kenneth Witt
Jul 31, 2020
Roger Kenneth Witt, age 73 of Knoxville passed away on July 31, 2020. A graduate of Fulton High School and a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of Charles H. McKinney Lodge #433, The American Legion Post 0172 (Clinton) and Amvets Post 2 (Oak Ridge). Member of Lincoln Park Baptist Church. Retired from CNS Y12 with...
Faye Hutchison
Jul 31, 2020
Faye Hutchison age 77 of Knoxville passed away Friday, July 31, 2020. She worked as a nail tech at the Lion’s Den for many years. Preceded in death by her parents George and Weltha Hoskins and several siblings; husband David Hutchison. Survived by her children Darrell Adams, Tina Bunch; Chris Adams (Alana); grandchildren Monica, Curtis, Randy, Mandy, Laci; five great...
James Earl Long
Jul 31, 2020
James Earl Long passed away peacefully July 31, 2020. Jim was born and raised in Knoxville and had many childhood friends whom he stayed in contact with but the most beloved friend of all and constant companion was Margaret (Peggy) DiPalo. He was preceded in death by wife Diana Long, parents Margaret Ellen and Hobert Long, sister Carol Darden, niece...
Julian Osborne
Jul 30, 2020
Julian Osborne, 18 yrs old, passed away July 30, 2020. She was a 2019 High School Graduate, currently enrolled at Walters State and was ready to take on the world. Julian loved adventure, outdoor activities and being with her friends. She leaves behind the love of her life Derek Norris and furbaby Molly. Her smile was contagious and will be...
Mary Ann Tharpe
Jul 30, 2020
Mary Ann (Needham) Tharpe died peacefully at her home in Fountain City, a suburb of Knoxville, Tenn., on July 30, 2020. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease eight years ago, but did not suffer. She was able to remain in her home of 60+ years during that time thanks to the loving care of her niece, Robin Delph, Miranda Corum...
Charles Robert Hayes
Jul 30, 2020
Charles Robert Hayes, 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2020 surrounded by his family. A devoted great-grandfather, grandfather, father and friend, “Rob” will be admirably remembered by his many girls, beloved son, and great-grandson. He was preceded in death by parents Von and Laura Hayes and wife of 45 amazing years, Patricia “Patsy” Hayes. There is no greater...
Patricia Ann Buchanan
Jul 30, 2020
Patricia Ann “Pat” Buchanan, age 76, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord July 30, 2020. She was a member of Northside Baptist Church. Pat was preceded in death by parents, Carl & Hazel Kidd, sister, Kathleen Owens, and niece, Terri Owens. Survivors include husband of 54 years, Bill Buchanan, sons, David Buchanan, and Scott Buchanan and wife Karen,...
Martha Lois Deyarmond
Jul 29, 2020
Martha Lois Deyarmond, 89, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on July 29, 2020 from a long illness. Mom was a beloved mother, grandmother of eight, and great grandmother of thirteen. She is survived by her children: Allen Toole (Sue), Debbie Karnes (Donny), Jimmy Toole (Terry), and Sandra Huff (Jay). Mom was preceded in death by her spouse Dallas Deyarmond, daughter...
Jerry Carlile Boone
Jul 29, 2020
Jerry C. Boone age 79 of Fountain City passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was an employee of Auto Zone (Fountain City Store) for over 10 years, member of Glenwood Baptist Church, 32-degree mason with Bright Hope Lodge 557 F & AM, avid NASCAR Fan, Veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving...
Cora Ann Parsley
Jul 29, 2020
Cora Ann Walker Parsley, age 82, of Knoxville TN went to be with the Lord on July 29, 2020. Mrs. Parsley was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her father and mother Arlie Walker and Namoia Hunley, son Tim Parsley, sister, Betty J. Smith, brothers David...
Dorothy Mae Smith
Jul 29, 2020
Dorothy Mae Smith, age 76 of Knoxville, passed away July 29, 2020. She enjoyed shopping and spending time with her family. She was a caretaker and a “mamaw” to everyone. Preceded in death by mother and father, Ruby Mae and James Frank Smith, brothers James Michael Smith, Raymond Smith, and James David Smith, sisters Barbara Jean Atchley, Ivalee Mynatt, and...
Lester Julian Bennett
Jul 23, 2020
Lester Julian Bennett Sr., born in Hahira Georgia on January 15, 1944 and passed away on Thursday July 23, 2020 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. He was a respected, educated, and accomplished man that had knowledge of all things in life and could do most anything he set his mind to. He spent most of his life in Florida, but wanted...
Randy D. Marshall
Jul 23, 2020
Randy D. Marshall age 53 of North Knoxville passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020. Born in Abington, VA on Sunday, January 15, 1967. Preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Georgie Marshall; brother, Jeffery Marshall; sister, Rosalee Marshall. Randy is survived by his partner and best friend, Amanda Lemons; son, Charles Lemons; step-son, CJ Lemons; sister, Bonnie Marshall...
