Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Lowell Edward George
Jul 5, 2019
Lowell Edward George, Sr., age 81 of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 5, 2019 at 11:05 am with his family surrounding him. He was a longtime member of Central Baptist Church, Fountain City and lifelong resident of Knoxville. He was greatly loved by his family and all who knew him and was a father...
Samuel Earl Hampton
Jul 4, 2019
Samuel “Sam” E. Hampton, age 70, formerly of Beckley, WV, passed away peacefully at home in Knoxville, TN on Thursday, July 4, 2019. He loved football and was an avid fan of the Cleveland Browns. He was also a lover of animals. Survived by his wife of 46 years, Sharron Hampton and daughter Jennifer and her husband John Morris. A...
Frances Maxine Payne
Jul 4, 2019
Maxine Payne, age 90, was a child of God and went to heaven on Thursday, July 4, 2019. Maxine was born and raised in Knoxville. She lived several years in Pensacola, Florida where she was a local celebrity - under the name Maxine Daniels. She spent time as an announcer on the first “all girl” radio station, WDEB and later...
Robert Branson
Jul 3, 2019
Robert H. “Bobby” Branson, age 81, entered in to a home of peace and rest on July 3, 2019. He was a born-again child of God and a member of Unity Baptist Church. He retired from TRW after 25 years and then retired from Urban Meridian after 16 and a half years. He was a loving and caring man that...
Tracy J. Childress
Jul 3, 2019
TRACY CHILDRESS age 56 of East Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019. She was a lover of animals and a proud supporter of animal rescue. She never met a stranger and had the sweetest soul. Her family was her pride and joy. Preceded in death by parents Lewis and Elizabeth Childress, brother Michael Childress, sister Terry King, brothers-in-law Terry...
Clarence Henegar
Jul 3, 2019
Clarence Henegar, age 85, lifelong resident of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2019. He was a member of Salem Baptist Church for 50 years, and served as a deacon for 40 years. He was a graduate of Central High School, and went on to graduate from Cooper Institute. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service...
Donald Lee Fowler
Jul 2, 2019
Donald L. Fowler, age 80, of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019. He enjoyed spending time with his family and eating out. He is preceded in death by wife of 26 years Carol Fowler, parents; Hugh & Hester Fowler, brothers; Albert, Billy, Glenn and James, and by dog Peanut. He is survived by son Keith Fowler, brother Wilbur Fowler...
Melissa Kay Hill
Jul 2, 2019
Melissa “Missy” Kay Hill – age 42, of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at her family home after an extended illness. Preceded in death by her brother Charlie Hill, survived by; daughters; Nikki Hunley and Summer Hill, grandson; C.J. Nicely, parents; Robin and Charlie Hill, brother; Harry Hill, grandmothers; Ruth Cox and Bonnie Hill, as well as numerous...
Billy J. Mincey
Jul 1, 2019
Billy J. Mincey, age 84, of Knoxville passed away on July 1, 2019. He worked at Higginbotham heating & Air. Soon realizing the entrepreneur that he was he started his own business and was contracted to do all the ductwork for Sears, and many businesses in Gatlinburg. A buy sell trade kind of man, he set up at every flea...
Charles Leroy Poland
Jul 1, 2019
Charles L. Poland, age 34, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully in his mother’s arms on July 1, 2019. He was a member of the Baptist faith. He was employed by his best friend, Ryan Ritchie. He is preceded in death by grandparents Eugene and Shirley Roberts and Nancy and Robert Poland, Sr. He is survived by loving mother and step-father...
Edward Patrick Turley
Jun 30, 2019
Edward P. Turley “The Turl”, age 67, passed away June 30, 2019. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and worked for Beaty’s Chevrolet with 30 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Daniel and Lula Mae Turley. Survivors: wife of 35 years Debbie Turley; daughter and son-in-law Danielle and Austin Turner; sister Diana Turley; sister-in-law and brother-in-law...
Rosemary Tallent
Jun 29, 2019
Rosemary Tallent, age 84 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on June 29, 2019. Rosemary loved to play the piano and sing. She was very involved with her family and friends. She was very supportive of her husband’s ministry. She was preceded in death by husband Rev. Billie Joe Tallent, son Billy Marvin Tallent, parents Walter and...
Russell Vincent Orr
Jun 28, 2019
Knoxville – Russell V. Orr Jr. went home to be with his Heavenly Father Friday, June 28, 2019. Survived by his wife of 27 years, Diane M. Orr, sister Susan Woods, daughter Cynthia D. Campbell Orr, 7 step children, 15 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. Family and friends will meet at 12:45 pm at Walker Cemetery in Sharps Chapel for a...
James Davenport
Jun 26, 2019
James Davenport, age 88 of Knoxville, Tennessee entered into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, June 26, 2019. James was reunited with the love of his life and bride of 60 years, Reva Davenport. Mr. Davenport is preceded in death by parents Dan & Hulda Davenport, siblings; Robert, Riley, Stanley and sister Josie; and great grandson Henry McDonald. James...
Archie Ray Carnes
Jun 25, 2019
Archie “Butterball” Carnes age 76, of Knoxville Tn went to be with the Lord on June 25, 2019. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by Wife Wanda Carnes, Sons; Terry Carnes and Jerry Carnes, and daughter Tammy Carnes. Family and Friends will meet at American Christian Cemetery on Emory Pike Tuesday July 9th...
Phyllis K. Varner
Jun 25, 2019
Phyllis K. Varner, age 68, of Knoxville passed away on June 25, 2019. She was a teacher’s aide at Adrian Burnette Elementary since 1986. She was a very rare person and she loved everyone. Preceded in death by mother and father Hattie Hunley and Andrew Hoskins and brother Charles Hoskins. Survived by husband of 49 years Mike Varner; sons Jason...
Clark Eugene Brandon
Jun 25, 2019
Clark Eugene Brandon, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 25, 2019. Born July 16, 1946, Clark was a proud graduate of Bearden High School ‘64 and the University of Tennessee in Knoxville ‘68 where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta. He was a veteran and officer in the US Army serving with the...
Robert Lee Mcmurray
Jun 24, 2019
Robert Lee “Bob” McMurray, age 84, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2019. He was one of the best people in the world. He was preceded in death Harvey and Leona McMurray; brothers Austin and Cecil McMurray. He is survived by daughter Virginia Gail Edwards; granddaughter Amanda Nicole Edwards; grandson Jason Alan Edwards; great grandchildren Lisa Marie...
Mattie Marie Carter
Jun 24, 2019
Mattie M. Lindamood Carter, age 90 passed away June 24, 2019. She was born in Union County on August 5, 1928. She attended Gibbs High School. She was a member of Clear Springs Baptist Church in Corryton. Mattie retired from St. Mary’s Medical Center after 37 years. Preceded in death by husband of 63 years, Alfred Lynn Carter; son David...
Edward Leroy Beeler
Jun 22, 2019
Edward L. Beeler, age 76, of Knoxville passed away on June 22, 2019. Ed was a member of the U.S. Army. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railway after many years of service. After he retired, he went on to become a dedicated employee of Clabough’s Campground. Ed’s favorite pastimes were being on the lake with his family, riding motorcycles, and...
