Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Dec 13, 2018

Dec 12, 2018

Wanda Faye Henry, age 81, of Corryton joined her husband in heaven on December 12, 2018 at Tennova Powell. Member of Clear Springs Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband Harvey Henry; parents Luke and Elizabeth Everett; sisters Juanita Boling, Iola Chandler, Lelia Davis; and brother David Everett. Survived by daughters Debbie Foster, Tama Monroe, and Lori Cooper; grandchildren Kysha...

Dec 12, 2018

Campbell, Charles "Charlie" Winton, age 68 of Corryton, adored daddy and the most treasured grandpa, was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on, Wednesday, December 12, 2018. Awaiting this great reunion day was Charlie's sweetheart and the love of his life, Glenda Kay Campbell, his beloved wife. Also preceding his death are; parents Henderson & Ruth Campbell...

Dec 11, 2018

Shirley J. Phibbs, age 71, passed away on December 11, 2018. She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by husband Jim Phibbs, son Jamie Phibbs (Angela), daughter Cindy Sampson (Shawn), grandchildren; Autumn Phibbs, Raylee Sampson, and Kaden Sampson. Pallbearers will be Allen Foster, Bill Graham, Shawn Sampson, Jamie Phibbs, Kaden Sampson, and Blake Burdick. Family...

Dec 11, 2018

Nicole “Nicky” Tyson, age 42, passed away on December 11, 2018. She was an outgoing woman who never met a stranger. She was the happiest when surrounded by family, friends, and her fur babies, whom she was very passionate about. Nicky could light up any room she walked in and will be missed by many. She is survived by fiancé...

Dec 11, 2018

Tommy Ray Bray, age 59, passed away on December 11, 2018. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 160, and was an avid fisherman. Preceded in death by mother AnnaLou Bray, father John Bray, sisters; Kathy West and Robin Burress, brothers; Harold Bray, Larry Bray, and Randall Bray. Survived by loving wife of 35 years Pamela Bray, brothers; Danny...

Dec 11, 2018

Shirley J. Phibbs, age 71, passed away on December 11, 2018. She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by husband Jim Phibbs, son Jamie Phibbs (Angela), daughter Cindy Sampson (Shawn), grandchildren; Autumn Phibbs, Raylee Sampson, and Kaden Sampson. Pallbearers will be Allen Foster, Bill Graham, Shawn Sampson, Jamie Phibbs, Kaden Sampson, and Blake Burdick. Family...

Dec 10, 2018

Bernadette Hoy Fitzpatrick, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, December 10th, 2018. Bernadette was born in Manhattan, New York on February 21st, 1934. Bernadette and her husband, Tom raised 6 wonderful children. They were devoted parents who cared about faith, family and tradition. Bernie embraced her Irish heritage. In addition to her parents, Thomas and Bridget...

Dec 10, 2018

Bobbie C. DeVault Marcum, age 90, of Hampton, Virginia formerly of Corryton, passed away on Monday, December 10, 2018. She was a longtime member of Clear Springs Baptist Church. She retired from Levi Strauss after 28 years. Bobbie was very active with the Halls Senior Center for many years. She was preceded in death by husband, John Marcum; parents, Bonnie...

Dec 10, 2018

Alonzo (AL) Junior Herron of Knoxville, TN passed away on 12/10/2018. He was born to Claude and Belle Herron in Pennington Gap, VA on May 14, 1935. He was a loving husband of Donna Ann Herron (James) of 63 years and an amazing father to six children and grandfather to 17 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He took great pride...

Dec 10, 2018

James (Jimmy) Robert Humphries left his temporary stay in this crazy world to join the Lord Monday evening, December 10, 2018. Jimmy was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Kathy, parents Clifton Robert (Pete) and Margaret Louise (Funkhouser). He is survived by sons, Robert (Amy, Abbie, Annie) Todd (Michelle, Sadie, his pride and joy) Brothers...

Dec 9, 2018

Jasmine Paige Longley, age 16 of Knoxville, passed away December 9, 2018. Survived by father Billy and step-mother Haley Longley; mother Elizabeth Hicks; maternal grandmother Patricia McMillan; grandparents Ginger and Bill Longley; sisters Destiny Longley, Breanna Trammell, and Ruth Matthews; brother Vincent Longley Jr.; great-grandparents Roy and Juanita Smith; numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles. Family will receive friends Monday, December...

Dec 9, 2018

Dolores M. Clifford, age 89 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, December 9th, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents Ballard and Nell Strickland. Mrs. Clifford is survived by husband Ernest R. Clifford and children Linda Sanders and Ernest Wayne (Janice) Clifford. Grandchildren include: Rob (Amy) Sanders, Clay (Tambra), Dustin (Tammy) Sanders, and Shannon Clifford. Great grandchildren: Katie,...

Dec 9, 2018

John Franklin Roller age 66 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018, Survived by his wife, Mae Roller; son, Chris Roller and wife Khadijah; daughter, Tina Elder; brothers, Frank and Greg Roller; four grandchildren. The family will receive friends in the chapel of Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 from 5:00-7:00 PM. Family and...

Dec 8, 2018

Robert William “Buddy” Gordon, III, age 42, passed away on December 8, 2018. He was a member of New Hope Church in Sevierville. His nature was to love unconditionally and that showed through his love and special connection to dogs, especially Sport. He was a loving son, brother and grandson. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered. He is...

Dec 8, 2018

William Ralph Mink went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2018. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving wife Peggy of 58 years and his children after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Ralph was born on October 23, 1938 to Buford and Addie Mink from New Tazewell, Tennessee. He attended Hiwassee College...

Dec 6, 2018

Lisa Breeden Napier, age 48 of Knoxville, passed away December 6, 2018. She attended American Baptist Church and a volunteer with KPIF. She loved her family and friends, especially her children, who were her whole world. Preceded in death by nephew Kaine Breeden, uncle Tony and several other relatives. Survived by loving husband Jeff Napier, children Brandy Breeden, Jessica “Twin”...

Dec 6, 2018

Keith "Roy" Anderson departed this life on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at UT Medical Center. He was a member of Rocky Dale Baptist Church, Gibbs Historical Society, Union Co. Historical Society and Corryton Lodge #321. Preceded in death by son Mike. Survived by wife Wanda, daughters Laura Vandergriff (Randy), Jennifer Myers (fiance Scott King), daughter-in-law Diane, brother and 2 sisters,...

Dec 6, 2018

Joseph “Buddy” H. Allison, Jr., age 86, of Halls, passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2018, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Joseph retired from the Martin Marietta Y-12 Plant. He was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church, the Silvertones Senior Adult Choir and the Chancel Choir. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Ruby...

Dec 6, 2018

Leona J. Lankford, age 88, of Corryton, passed away on December 6, 2018. She was a member of Friendly Chapel Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family and her faith were the most important things in her life. Leona was preceded in death by husband Grant Lankford; and son Stanley Lankford. She is...