Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Estella Faye Duncan
May 31, 2018
Estella Faye Duncan age 75 of Powell was a talented musician, playing with the Dixie Knights Southern Gospel Group as a pianist and also playing at Calvary Baptist Church in Oak Ridge for many years. Estella was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, who loved the Lord. She was preceded in death by her loving husband James Duncan; parents Vasco...
James Emmett Connatser
May 30, 2018
James “Papaw” Emmett Connatser, born July 18, 1940 and passed away May 30, 2018 at home after a long battle with health issues. Jim was born in Richmond, VA and raised in South Knoxville. A 1959 graduate of Fulton High School. Truck driver and diesel mechanic for 35+ years at which time he was owner of his own diesel repair...
Christina Malinda Collins
May 29, 2018
Christina “Chris” Malinda Brooks-Collins was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 23, 1931. She entered Heaven’s gates on May 29, 2018. She was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a homemaker for most of her life, Christina was a good cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family members and friends. She loved holidays and preparing and catering meals for her...
Gene Allen Cantley
May 29, 2018
Gene Allen Cantley, age 69, passed away on May 29, 2018. He was a member of House Mountain Baptist Church. He was an army Veteran. He was formerly employed at Cemex cement plant, formerly Ideal. He enjoyed spending time with his dog Boots, attending church, and being with his family & friends. He is preceded in death by his parents...
Beulah Louise Ellis
May 29, 2018
Beulah Louise (Cassady) Ellis, age 84 of Powell, Tennessee moved to her Heavenly home early Tuesday morning, May 29, 2018. She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by parents, Lucille and Bruce Cassady; husband Charles Ellis; and grandson Aaron Florida. She is survived by son Gene Ellis (Donna); daughter Diane Jeffers (Dave); son...
Betty June Turner
May 28, 2018
Betty June Turner, age 90, of Powell, TN, passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2018, surrounded by family. She was a long time member of Central Baptist Church of Fountain City. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray Turner; daughter, Marilyn Burleson; great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Walker; sisters Barbara Webb and Carole Ellis; brother, Ron Bayless. She is...
Sharon Sue Courtney
May 28, 2018
Sharon M. Courtney, age 75, passed away at home on May 28, 2018. She was retired from ATT and was a lifetime member of the Communication Workers of America. She also loved spending time volunteering in her community. She is preceded in death by parents Robert and Pearl McBee. She is survived by her husband and best friend James Keck,...
Irene Margaret Hayes
May 28, 2018
Irene Margaret Hayes, born August 31st 1932, age 85 of Powell, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 28th 2018. She was preceded in death by her (husband) Odell, (Son) Danny, (Son) Jimmy, and brother John McElroy. Irene is survived by her grandchildren; Mitch Hayes, Simone Quinter, Sean Hayes, Jordan Hayes, Summer Hayes, and several great grandchildren. Brothers; Jimmy McElroy,...
Joyce Ann Mclain
May 28, 2018
Joyce Ann McLain, age 81, went to be with her Heavenly Father on May 28, 2018. She was of the Baptist faith. She worked in cosmetics and fragrances for 60 years. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mabel Jackson; son, Patrick “Sonny” McLain; and brother, Eddie Jackson. She is survived by her husband of 61 years...
Sherrill Howerton
May 28, 2018
Sherrill Howerton, age 89, passed away on Monday, May 28th 2018. He was a member of Alice Bell Baptist Church since 1970. He was an avid bass fisherman and competed in and won numerous tournaments. Preceded in death by wife, Betty Howerton; son, Donnie Howerton; daughter, Janice Williams; daughter-in-law, Kathy Howerton; parents, Clyde and Junie Howerton; siblings Virgil Howerton, L.C....
Ruth Ann Walker
May 27, 2018
Ruth Ann Walker, age 71 of Halls, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 27th 2018 at UT Medical Center. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by husband, Kyle (Pete) Walker. She is survived and will be deeply missed by son, Forrest Walker; Very special Grandsons, Travis and Cameron Walker; sisters, Kay Hammond; Fay Cummins;...
Sam Baker
May 27, 2018
Sam Baker, age 65 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord May 27, 2018 at 7:30am with those he loves by his side. Preceded in death by his parents Danny and Hazel Baker; brothers, Ron, Joe, Elmer, and James; sister, Dot; special nephew Anthony. Survived by daughters Mandy and Misty; sisters, Rosemary and Betty; brother, Homer; his precious grandchildren,...
Mamie Vernon Rutherford
May 27, 2018
Mamie Vernon Rutherford, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on May 27, 2018 at the age of 94. She was born on September 28, 1923 to Luther Kirby and Carrie Kirby (Loveday). In addition to her parents, Mamie was preceded in death by her husband Everett Rutherford Sr. She is survived by her son Everett Rutherford Jr. and his wife...
Wallace Floyd Jarnigan
May 26, 2018
Wallace “Wally” Jarnigan, age 73, passed away Saturday May 27th, 2018. He is preceded in death by father Robert Jarnigan, mother Reba Lawson, and brothers; Bob, Kenneth, and Bryant Jarnigan. Survivors include sister Alma Bayless, son Joe (Tracy) Jarnigan, son Jerry (Betsy) Jarnigan, granddaughter Kameron Hanshaw, and grandson Sean Jarnigan. Graveside service will be held at Highland Memorial on Tuesday...
Barbara "Sue" Turpin
May 25, 2018
Barbara "Sue" Turpin, age 74, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2018. She was a member of New Victory Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Joseph "Jay" Turpin, Sr.; son, Martin Joseph Turpin, Jr.; parents, Walter and Ruth Grubbs; and sister, Pat Stanifer. She is survived by two children, Daughter Donna (Jerry) Moss and son,...
Gene I. Amanns
May 23, 2018
Gene I. Amanns, passed away on May 23, 2018. He was a musician and clock maker. He is preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Sue Amanns. He is survived and will be deeply missed by daughter, April Byrd (John); sons, Tim Amanns (Angie) and Stacy Amanns (Rebecca); grandchildren, Abigail Byrd, Hunter Bearden, Rachel Amanns, Victoria Amanns and Ruby Amanns;...
Frank Richard Holt
May 22, 2018
Frank Richard Holt passed away May 22, 2018. He was a great storyteller and a jack of all trades. He was a veteran of the Air Force who worked in the RMS stationed in Germany. Preceded in death by wife Roberta Holt; his parents; and 8 siblings. Survived by son Richard Holt; daughter Cynthia Argendeli (James); beloved granddaughter Evangelia Frances...
Carol Henderson
May 22, 2018
Carol Henderson, age 75, passed away May 22, 2018. Carol had a passion for sewing, knitting and crocheting but nothing greater than her passion and love for her family and friends. Preceded in death by parents George and Alice Boice Sr. and brother George Boice Jr. Left to cherish her memory are loving husband Ron Henderson; children Mike, Dee (Brian),...
Diana Lee Richard
May 22, 2018
Diana Lee Richard, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, May 22nd after a courageous battle with cancer. Diana was born in Chicago on July 9, 1943 to Grace and Clarence Willert who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by son, Reed Hornung and daughter, Beth Richard. She is survived by her husband, Paul Richard; sons, Ryan...
Norma Jean Hutchison
May 21, 2018
Norma Jean (Joe) Hutchison of Knoxville passed away peacefully in her home on May 21, 2018. She was 81 years old. She was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church and the Band of Sisters Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, James (Jim) Hutchison; mother, Charlcie Sears; sister, Nancy Klaasse; nephew, Barry Cleveland. She is survived...
