Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Oct 11, 2024

Vivacious and cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother Thelma Faye Weaver Phillips passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, October 11, 2024.Born February 7, 1937 in Corryton, Tennessee to Mossy and Clarence Weaver, she graduated from Gibbs High School. She married her high school sweetheart, James (Jim) David Phillips in 1956 and they lived in Corryton. Raising their...

Oct 11, 2024

Oct 10, 2024

Charles R. (Ron) Asbury, age 84, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 10 at Tennova North. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Athey Asbury and Mildred Cox Asbury, and his sister Athaleen Asbury Collins. Ron was born in Knoxville, Tennessee where he graduated from Fulton High School and University of Tennessee. He was employed at Union Carbide...

Oct 10, 2024

Joyce Faye Abner age 81, of Maynardville, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024. She was born April 14, 1943, to the late Robert Laverne Yearout and Mildred Katherine “Kat” Norton. She was a former employee of Hillcrest North, where she worked for many years. Joyce was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, as well as, a friend to everyone...

Oct 9, 2024

John Russell Seymour, 52, of Knoxville, TN passed away at his residence October 9, 2024. Russell loved helping people and he loved Kim. In honor of his wishes, no services will be held.

Oct 9, 2024

David J. Brogdon Sr., age 69, of Knoxville went to be with Lord on October 9, 2024, at NHC Knoxville after a lengthy illness. He was a member of Massachusetts Avenue Church of God. He enjoyed playing bingo.

Preceded in death by parents, Reverand Jack Brogdon Sr. (Dorothy); mother of his children, Barbara Ziegler; sister, Della Brown; brother, Jimmy Brogdon, and...

Oct 7, 2024

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Georgia Ann Johnson, age 79, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center on Monday, October 7, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. Born on January 8, 1945, to George and Anna (Mynatt) Major, Georgia grew up in the Gibbs Community. Georgia accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior as a child...

Oct 6, 2024

Fantu Ergetu Manale age 54 of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center.  Survivor; daughter, Fasika Ergetu, Minnesota.  Family and friends will meet 9:45 a.m. Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Clapps Chapel Church Cemetery, 7420 Clapps Chapel Road Corryton, TN 37721 for a 10:00 a.m. graveside service and interment.  For those who wish,...

Oct 6, 2024

Nellie Katherine Mouron, 90, of Knoxville, TN, passed away October 6, 2024. She was born on February 15, 1934 to the late D.F. and Pansy Mae (Willings) Large in Knoxville.

Katherine loved her family and supported them in any way possible, which included being available for phone calls and visits, day or night. She delighted herself in being the matriarch of...

Oct 5, 2024

Kyle James Vincent passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 5, 2024. He was 19 Years old as of June 2.

Kyle's life was a testament to selfless love and unwavering support. His family and friends were always his top priority. He was the first person many turned to for emotional and physical assistance. His infectious joy was a beacon of hope;...

Oct 5, 2024

Johnny Clayton Murray, died at age 66, at LeConte Medical Center on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 7:00pm. Johnny had a full life. He attended Carter High School, where he played football and made many life-long friends. At the young age of 18, Johnny began working for his family with Larry Marshall and Son for about 10 years. He then...

Oct 5, 2024

Carol Lee Weller Maples, age 67, of Knoxville, TN died Saturday, October 5, 2024. She was retired from Mid-Lakes Manufacturing Company. Carol was preceded in death by her mother, Ardel Flora Polensky; step-father, Ski Polensky; sister, Rhonda and brothers, Eric and Rowdy; and former spouse, Robert Dean Maples. She is survived by her beloved son and daughter in law, Derek...

Oct 5, 2024

Wallace Eugene Humphries of Knoxville, TN peacefully went to be with his Lord on October 5, 2024, at his home, surrounded by family.

Wally was 88 years old. He was preceded in death by his father, James Henry Humphrey, and his mother, Marion (Terrell) Humphrey. He was the last of five children from that union and outlived his brothers, Johnny Lee...

Oct 5, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Cash age 66, of Corryton, passed away suddenly Saturday, October 5, 2024. He was retired from Stowers Machinery. He was an active member of Clear Springs Baptist Church. He loved riding motorcycles. He was a graduate of Gibbs High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth and Sam Cash, Sr., and sisters, Nancy Williams and...

Oct 4, 2024

Betty Ann Williams, age 80, of Powell, TN passed away Friday, October 4, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.  Betty was a member of Brickyard Baptist Church.  She was a God fearing woman.  She believed in the Lord and lived her life by following in the Lord's footsteps.

Betty was preceded in death by her son, Ronald D. Elliott; grandson,...

Oct 4, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Brenda Lambdin who went to be with her Lord and Personal Savior at the age of 74. She peacefully left this world on Friday, October 4, 2024. She was a long-time member of Smithwood Baptist Church. Brenda was born on September 15, 1950, in Knoxville, Tennessee...

Oct 4, 2024

Phil Nichols, age 73, of the Halls community in Knoxville, Tennessee passed away peacefully October 4, 2024 at Sacred Grounds Hospice House in the presence of his loving wife of 56 years, Rheba, and family. He was very active and working full time until only 5 weeks ago when he developed acute myeloid leukemia. Phil was born October 9, 1950,...

Oct 3, 2024

John Paul Head peacefully departed to his heavenly home on Thursday, October 3, 2024. In his final moments, he held the hand of the love of his life Gina. Throughout his life, John exemplified what it meant to be a servant of The Lord.  He was a remarkable provider, always prioritizing the needs of others above his own.  Known for...

Oct 3, 2024

Mary Elizabeth “Liz” Ricker, age 72, passed away on October 3, 2024. Mary was a member of Blount Avenue Baptist Church of Knoxville. Mary is survived by her brother, James McMahan Jr.; granddaughter, Kimberly (Nathan) Hand; great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, SJ, Easton, Jimmy and a host of family and friends who loved her dearly. Mary is preceded in death by her parents,...

Oct 3, 2024

Patsy Imogene Foust age 84, of Knoxville, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 3, 2024. She was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church for 68 years and retired from Kroger. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vance, Sr. and Irene Harmon, granddaughter, Ashley Foust Carpenter, and sister, Flodena Smith. She is survived by her...