Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Tony Tyrone Price
Jul 12, 2019
Tony Tyrone Price, age 54, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 12, 2019. Preceded in death by parents Billy Joe and Donna Price. Survived by girlfriend of 26 years Tina Murr; daughters Kelsie Murr, Karrie Murr and Melissa Whitaker; grandchildren Avery, Jocelynn, Shelby, Jareth, Will, Trinity and Jayden; siblings Barry Price, Tammy Upton, and Kim Lee;...
Fletcher Morgan
Jul 12, 2019
Fletcher “Red” Morgan, age 89, passed away July 12, 2019 with family by his side. He was a member of the former Euclid Avenue Baptist Church and current member of Shepherd of the Hills Baptist Church. He worked for Union Carbide for 35 years at Oak Ridge Y-12. He was preceded in death by wife Billie June (Rhodes) Morgan; daughter...
Mary Ruth Chandler
Jul 12, 2019
Mary Ruth Chandler (Jones) passed away peacefully in Knoxville, TN on July 12 at the age of 79. Mary is survived by husband, Thomas Jarrell (Jerry) Chandler, Knoxville and her four daughters, Camey O’Rourke (Peter), (Vienna, Virginia), Teal McInturff (Jeffrey)(Knoxville), Kathleen Chandler (Nashville), and Logan Hull (Kristopher)(Maryville); and her nine grandchildren; Peter Jr.(Rachel), Chandler and Chloe O’Rourke, Madeline and Macy...
Jason Allen Raley
Jul 11, 2019
Raley, Jason Allen age 42, formerly of Mascot, passed away suddenly Thursday, July 11, 2019 at his home in Knoxville. Preceded in death by Grandparents: Jesse (Flora) Mayes Sr., Doug (Doris Ruth King) Raley, Parents David (Linda Mayes) Raley, Brother: Timothy David Raley (Valerie Fisher), Uncles: Donald Raley, Raymond James, Aunt: Beverly Mayes Stange, and Nephew: Isaac Fisher Raley. Survived...
Patricia Anne Dill
Jul 10, 2019
Patricia “Pat” Anne Dill, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2019. She was a longtime member of Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She loved to cook and liked to bring recipes from her favorite cooking shows to life. She was also a proud mamaw of her grandkids. Preceded in death by her parents; William and Rena Weaver, half-brother;...
Clarence Edward Vaughn
Jul 10, 2019
Clarence “Eddie” Vaughn passed away July 10, 2019. Survived by sons Josh and Justin Vaughn; dear friend Angie Pilkington and daughter Ericka; parents Margaret and Phillip Shepard; sisters Andrea (Adam) Webster and Crystal (Harvey) Julian; 5 grandchildren. Family will receive friends 6-7PM Friday Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow at 7PM, Rev. James Duncan officiating. Family...
Melvin Lee Elkins
Jul 10, 2019
Melvin Lee Elkins age 79 of Heiskell, passed away suddenly, July 10, 2019, surrounded by his loved ones. He had a great love for his family, horses, mules, and moving dirt. Preceded in death by his parents Mike and Ruby Elkins and six siblings. Survived by his loving wife Carol; loving daughters Lisa (Kenny), Tammy (Clyde) and Sherri (Stuart); six...
Chad Christopher Mcwhirter
Jul 9, 2019
Chad Christopher McWhirter, age 43, passed away on July 9, 2019, Chad was a caring person. He is preceded in death by grandparents Leo and Helen Forehand and Paul and Bessie McWhirter; brother Shannon McWhirter; and uncle Leo Forehand. He is survived by wife Anita McWhirter; children Austin McWhirter and Khushi McWhirter; parents Burl McWhirter (Vickie) and Florence White; brothers...
Robert Bruce Berry
Jul 8, 2019
After a brief and painless battle with lung cancer, Robert Berry, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Knoxville, TN on Monday, July 8, 2019. Bob lived a life full of adventure: He proudly served his country as part of the Army Security Agency stationed in Germany, he worked as an engineer in quality control on the Apollo...
Marjorie Lucille Goforth
Jul 8, 2019
Mrs. Marjorie Lucille Goforth, age 90, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to be with Jesus on Monday evening, July 8, 2019, at her residence. She was surrounded on earth with the love of family, and she was immediately greeted in heaven with the love of family. Lucille was born August 10, 1928, in Knox County, Tennessee, eldest daughter of the late...
Jerry Peeler Key
Jul 7, 2019
Jerry Peeler Key, age 57, passed away July 7, 2019. Jerry had worked at Kroger for many years and attended New Beverly Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents Willie and Nellie Key; and girlfriend Sally Wright. Left to cherish his memory are daughter Mary Beth Key and an extended family of friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can...
Christopher Michael Nicely
Jul 5, 2019
Christopher Michael Nicely, age 35, passed away July 5, 2019. Chris was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. Chris was kind hearted and had a beautiful smile. He is preceded in death by his Nana Dorothy Keathley, and Great-Grandmother Neva Haskew. He is survived by wife Pam Nicely; children Olivia Butcher, Hannah Butcher, Brayden Nicely, and Bryson Davis; an...
Herbert Wayne Lepper Jr.
Jul 5, 2019
Herbert Wayne Lepper Jr. of Knoxville, TN and Indianapolis, IN passed Thursday July 5th, 2019 after battling cancer. Herb was born Feb 20, 1944, to Herbert Sr. and Jacqueline (Nicely), one of six children. Herb graduated from Emmerich Manual High and Indiana Central College on a football scholarship. He began his career as a math teacher and wrestling coach at...
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...
