Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Sep 16, 2019

John Franklin Chesher, age 77, passed away September 16, 2019. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the US Army. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. John enjoyed fishing, always had a good humor about him, was tough as nails and had a huge heart. He loved his “Pete” with all his heart. John...

Sep 16, 2019

Faye R. Webster, age 85, gained her wings in the early morning hours of Monday, September 16, 2019. She was a member of North Knoxville Baptist Church. Retired seamstress from Levi’s after 20 years and then went on to work 10 more years in the Central High School cafeteria. She lived at Broadway Towers for 10 years and had many...

Sep 15, 2019

Stephen W. Thompson, beloved father, son, brother and grandfather, age 64 of Powell, passed away on Sunday September 15, 2019 after a 14-month battle with colon cancer. He was preceded in death by his father Wayne W. Thompson; nephew Nicholas Shorter; brother-in-law John Waldrop; and great-nephew JoshuaJohn Waldrop. Stephen is survived by his beloved mother Dimple Thompson; his four loving...

Sep 15, 2019

Hollis C. Petty Jr., age 94, of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on Sunday, September 5, 2019. Hollis was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle. Hollis was born in Knoxville, TN the oldest son of the late Hollis C. Petty Sr. and the late Lillian Thomas Petty. He was also preceded in...

Sep 14, 2019

Carolyn Milligan Ghormley, age 75, of Pikeville, KY., passed from this life, Saturday, September 14, 2019. Carolyn was born August 10, 1944 in Knoxville, TN., to the late Franklin and Bessie “Smith” Milligan. Besides both parents, she is preceded in death by siblings, Judy (Jim) Lamon and Terry Milligan. Carolyn is survived by her loving spouse, Michael DeGeorge; daughter, Lisa...

Sep 13, 2019

Carolyn Elaine Mabry McCollum age 67 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2019, while surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Nancy Gregory and Walter Mabry; brothers, Larry Mabry and Kenneth Mabry; grandson, Nicholas McCollum. Survived by son, Michael McCollum (Brandy); daughters, Jennifer Justice (Michael) and Talissa Runyon (Aaron);...

Sep 13, 2019

Robert Michael Lewis born October 30, 1950 and passed away on September 13, 2019. The world has lost one of its precious lights that shined and had a very positive influence on many people. Mike was the first born child to Edgar B. and Martha B. Lewis, in a time when the world didn’t spin so fast. His father was...

Sep 13, 2019

Robert “Bob” William Phibbs, Jr. age 66 of Fountain City passed away Friday, September 13, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. He was a graduate of Fulton High School and retired from Hot Rod Barn. Attended St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by Son; Robert Jason Phibbs, father; Robert William Phibbs, Sr. and Sister; Macy Montgomery. Survivors;...

Sep 13, 2019

Doris June Phillips, she was born December 29, 1943 and passed away September 13, 2019. She is resting in the arms of Jesus. Preceded in death by parents Kyle and Gladys Bowling, siblings Robert Bowling, Wayne Bowling, Donnie Bowling, Bonnie Humphrey, Mary Evans, Janice Moody and Peggy McCarter. Survived by son Johnny Hopper, sister Penny Rogers several nieces, nephews and...

Sep 12, 2019

Jerry Lynn Sellers of Corryton, formerly of Powell, passed away peacefully into his Heavenly Father’s arms on Thursday, September 12, 2019, with his loving family by his side. He was born August 29, 1938. He was a faithful member of Sharon Baptist Church for over 60 years. He was preceded in death by parents William Thomas Sellers and Mary Margaret...

Sep 11, 2019

Paul Arnold Lacy, born September 11, 1933, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2019. He received the beautiful blessing of celebrating his 86th birthday with his wife and Jesus in Heaven. Paul has lived and served in the Norwood Community for the majority of his life. Paul began serving others with his gift of repairing anything and everything. He was...

Sep 11, 2019

Virginia Lee Ezell, age 86, passed away September 11, 2019. She retired from Central High School Food Service Division after 23 years. Preceded in death by husbands Aaron Morgan and James Ezell Jr., parents Hugh and Lena Mae Green, brother Billy Green, sisters Betty Combs and Lou England, and stepson Jimmy Ezell. Survived by daughters Linda (Wayne) Summers, Sharon Morgan...

Sep 10, 2019

Coy Lee Shepherd, age 86, passed away on September 10, 2019. The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00pm, Thursday, at Temple Baptist Church with funeral service to follow at 7:00pm, Dr. Clarence Sexton, Rev. Ray Shepherd and Rev. Roger Hillard officiating. Family and friends will meet 10:45, Friday, at Jellico Creek Baptist Church Cemetery for interment at 11:00am. In lieu of...

Sep 10, 2019

Sep 9, 2019

William Grant “Bill” Sammons, age 88, passed away September 9, 2019. He was a member of Meridian Baptist Church. Bill was also a member of Sevier Masonic Lodge #334 and Kerbela Shriners. Bill was a veteran of the US Army. He retired from the post office after 40 years of service. He loved to travel, watch old movies and tinker...

Sep 9, 2019

Geraldine Ward Sweet age 72 of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on September 9, 2019. She was preceded in death by loving husband of many years Lloyd E. Sweet. She is survived by her children Teresa Banks (Enoch) and Eddie Sweet (Barbara), grandchildren Joseph Sweet, Jordan Banks, Jason Banks and Jana Banks. Family will receive friends 11:00am...

Sep 8, 2019

E. LaVerne Wilkerson age 91 of Knoxville, Tennessee was received into the presence of her Lord Jesus on Sunday, September 8, 2019 as she peacefully slept. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church. Welcoming her into the Kingdom are parents Winfred and Iva Nunn; sister Wanda Nunn; daughters Kathy Wilkerson Rowden and Cindy Wilkerson Bryant; and grandson Dennis Carson...

Sep 8, 2019

Randall Clay Macklin, born December 24, 1961, passed away suddenly September 8, 2019. Randall was a brick and block mason for over 35 years. He was owner of Macklin Masonry. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He is preceded in death by his parents Junior & Charlotte Macklin and sister Charl Macklin. Survived by brother Dennis Macklin,...

Sep 7, 2019

Dustin “Cotton” Earl Bates, age 27 of Strawberry Plains, passed away on September 7, 2019. Dustin was a beloved son, grandson, uncle and soon to be father. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Eddie and Wanda Bates and grandfather, Clifford Hensley. He is survived and will be greatly missed by his parents, Charles “Chad” Bates and Misty Hobbs; stepfather, Jesse...

Sep 5, 2019

Jakob Danniel Creswell, age 33, of Knoxville passed-away suddenly in his home on September 5, 2019. He is survived by his daughter, Desiree Makayla, Father Arthur Creswell, Jr., Mother and Step-Father, Sharon and Bryan Hicks, Grandmothers, Margaret Creswell and Iva Dann, Half Sisters, Emilee Myers, Darby & Nora Swanson, Nephew Jayden Atchley, and a large number of aunts, uncles, cousins...