Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Evelyn Grace Helton
Nov 6, 2018
Evelyn Grace Helton of Knoxville went to be with Jesus on November 6, 2018. She was the newborn daughter of Cynthia Helton and granddaughter of Jo Ellen Helton and Fred Anderson Helton; niece of Kristen Boisbert. Service will be private. Mynatt Funeral Home of Fountain City is honored to serve the Helton Family. Online condolences may be left at www.mynattfh.com.
Laura Rae Cole
Nov 5, 2018
Laura “Laurie” R Cole born July, 14 1988, age 30. Her beautiful soul left us for heaven on November 5, 2018. She will always be remembered for her generous and caring heart, infectious smile, and fun- loving spirit. She had the courage to overcome so many difficult struggles in her life. We will miss her every day and look forward...
William Lee Parrott
Nov 5, 2018
Bill Parrott, known to his friends as “Teet”, passed away on November 5, 2018, at the age of 64. Bill was retired from the Knox County Sheriff’s Department after 36 years of service. Bill charmed all that knew him with his witty sense of humor. He was preceded in death by parents Gib and Helen Parrott. Bill was a devoted...
Eunice Marilyn Lowe
Nov 5, 2018
LOWE, EUNICE MARILYN – of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, November 5, 2018 while in Hospice Care at home. She was born June 13, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan to Roy & Lucille Idyle. She was an avid reader and loved nothing more than having her children and grandchildren together. Marilyn is survived by her six children, twelve grandchildren and 12...
Virginia Simmons Wyatt
Nov 4, 2018
Wyatt, Virginia Simmons, age 83 of Knoxville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 4, 2018. Virginia was a devoted church and choir member of Clear Springs Baptist Church and was retired from Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union. Virginia was born in Claiborne County, TN on August 3, 1935 to Callie Virgil and Geneva (Watson) Simmons....
Linda Henry Terry
Nov 3, 2018
Linda Henry Terry, age 67 of Knoxville, formerly of Maryville, passed away November 3, 2018. Preceded in death by parents Albert and Ruth Henry, brother Bill Kirkland, first husband Marion Alexander, and second husband Glenn Terry. Survived by sister Darlene Ramsey, brothers Calvin Henry and Johnny Kirkland; children Edna White (James Turner), Wayne Alexander (Kimberly), Aaron Terry, DeeDee Scarlett (Stephen...
John Henry Campbell
Nov 3, 2018
John Henry Campbell, age 89, passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018. He was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Proceeded in death by son Jonathan Mark Campbell; and parents Lee and Alta Campbell. Survived by wife of over 70 years Peggy Ann Jones Campbell; daughter Kathy King and husband Jerry; grandchildren...
Teresa D. Robertson
Nov 1, 2018
Teresa West Robertson, age 61, went to be with Jesus November 1, 2018. She previously attended John Sevier Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, and making dresses for the children. Preceded in death by parents James H. West Sr. and Betty McClain West; brother James H. West Jr. Survived by husband Gary Robertson; children April (Myron) Clarke and Brittney (James)...
Brandon Leslie Harmon
Oct 31, 2018
Brandon Leslie Harmon, age 25 of Knoxville, passed away October 31, 2018. Survived by mother Brenda Harmon (Mark Rogers), brothers, Scott Harmon, Austin Rogers, and Ben Rogers, nephew Jacob Harmon, grandparents Sandra Stagnolia and Doug Harmon (Becky). Family will receive friends Wednesday 6:00-8:00pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow at 8:00pm, Rev. Mike Darden will...
Mary Ruth Brown
Oct 31, 2018
Mary Ruth Brown age 93 of North Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Maple Court. Preceded in death by Husband of 61 years, Cecil Louis Brown, Sr. Survivors; Sons, Cecil L. (Donna S.) Brown, Jr. and James O. (Shirley K.) Brown. Grandchildren; C. L. (Lisa) Brown III, Kimberly (Kevin) Colley, Allen (Robin) Watson, Jim Eric (Jennifer) Brown and...
James Clyde Haynes
Oct 29, 2018
Reverend James Clyde Haynes age 79 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord Monday, October 29, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. He was the beloved pastor of Grove Heights Baptist Church at 3 times of his life. He is preceded in death by parents, Ernest and Bessie Haynes; Brother, Raymond Haynes. Clyde is survived by...
Hazel Alice Ensor
Oct 29, 2018
Hazel Alice Ensor age 87 of Halls, passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. Member of Highland View Baptist Church. Preceded in death by Parents, Samuel and Cordie Weaver; brother, Samuel Weaver, Jr. and sister, Cleo Tuggle. Survivors; husband of 70 years, Harold Ensor. Son and daughter in law; Michael and Regina Ensor. Grandchildren;...
Gary Lynn Mcbee
Oct 29, 2018
Gary Lynn McBee, 65, of Powell, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018 at his home surrounded by family. He was a loving Husband, devoted Father, Grandfather and an avid outdoorsman. Preceded in death by his parents Horace and Beatrice McBee, and brother, Allen McBee. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Sandra Gail McBee; daughters, Michelle (Mark)...
Rebecca Lynn Ferrar
Oct 28, 2018
Rebecca Ferrar, a retired journalist who covered politics and government for more than 30 years, died Sunday in Knoxville after a heart attack. She was 72. She began her journalism career as a student at the University of Tennessee as a reporter for the UT Daily Beacon. In 1979, as an intern for the Birmingham Post Herald in Birmingham, Alabama,...
Larry Woodrow Bayless
Oct 27, 2018
Rev. Larry W. Bayless, age 75, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on October 27, 2018. He retired from T-DOT with 40 years of experience. He was a former Pastor of Old-time Gospel of Sevierville and Third Baptist Church of Knoxville. He was a member of Loveland Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by parents Woodrow...
Jackie Lynn Jeffries
Oct 27, 2018
Jackie Lynn Jeffries, age 54, passed away October 27, 2018. She was a loving wife, mother, and Gran Gran. She enjoyed living life to the fullest. She loved eating Mexican food, watching the Lifetime channel, and going to the lake with family and friends. Jackie had a contagious laugh and a beautiful smile. She was loved by everyone who met...
Ralph J. Giles
Oct 27, 2018
Ralph J. Giles, born August 18, 1938 of Monroe County, Tennessee passed away October 27, 2018. He was a proud member of Teamsters Local 519 for 40 years, and he retired from Roadway Express. He enjoyed the fellowship and fun of being a street rod owner for many years, where he met many of his dear friends. He enjoyed his...
Mabel Ruth Holsenback
Oct 26, 2018
Mabel Ruth Sumter Holsenback, age 73 of Halls, passed away Friday, October 26, 2018 after a bravely-fought battle with cancer. She was a longtime member of Salem Baptist Church, graduate of Halls High School, faithful prayer warrior, and beloved Weight Watchers counselor for many years. She was preceded in death by parents, Oscar & Ruby Sumter, and brother, Tom Sumter....
Robert James Neal
Oct 26, 2018
Robert James Neal III, age 4 months, of Knoxville Tennessee gained his wings on October 26, 2018. He was a beautiful baby boy who was loved greatly by his family. He is survived by loving parents Brandy Kay Wrather and Robert James Neal of Williamsburg Kentucky, big sisters Taylor Neal and McKenna Wrather, big brother Robert James Neal II, grandparents;...
Randall Allen George
Oct 26, 2018
Randall “Randy” Allen George, age 50 passed away on Friday, October 26, 2018. He was born in Chattanooga but lived in Knoxville, Maryville, Friendsville, and Luttrell Tennessee. He graduated from Bearden High School in Knoxville. He worked in heat and air and painted most of his life, running his own company for several years. He was a project manager for...
