Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Phyllis S. Parrott
Sep 19, 2018
Parrott, Phyllis S. age 92, of Knoxville TN passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2018. She was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church. Her love and passion was painting as an artist. Preceded in death by her husband Gene Parrott. Parents; Icie and Burtle Smith, Brother Richard Smith. Survived by daughter Greta (Wayne) Stooksbury of Knoxville, Sons; Mike (Dottie) Parrott...
John "Cody" Thomas Wilkerson
Sep 19, 2018
John Cody Thomas Wilkerson, age 16, of Andersonville went and got his wings on September 19, 2018. He was born on October 31, 2001, to Angela Pate and John Thomas Wilkerson. He was a junior at Union County High School and had so many friends ...if you knew John Cody, you had a friend. Cody you hold special places in...
Raymond Leith Willis
Sep 17, 2018
Raymond Leith Willis, age 76, of Powell, TN (formally of Bay Shore, NY) passed away on September 17, 2018. He was an amazing grandfather and was a proud member of the U.S. Army having served during the time of Vietnam. He was preceded in death by daughter, Melissa Beth Willis. He is survived by Wife, Theresa Willis; son, Donnie Danovich;...
Edith Marion Day
Sep 17, 2018
Edith M. (Brown) Day- age 88, of North Knoxville, passed away Monday, Sept. 17, 2018 at U.T. Medical Center. She was a member of Lincoln Park Baptist church for 64 years. She was part of the Rebecca Disciple Sunday school program. Retired from Palm Beach after forty-six years of service. Preceded in death by husband, Bobby Day, parents Harvey R....
George David Murphy
Sep 16, 2018
George “Dave” David Murphy, Sr., age 63, of Powell went to be with the Lord on September 16, 2018. He was a member of Central View Baptist Church. He enjoyed farming, raising pigs, and working. He adored his grandchildren. He loved helping people, as he would give you his last of anything. He was a selfless man of God. Preceded...
Martin Roger Haynes
Sep 16, 2018
Martin R. "Marty" Haynes, age 61, of Knoxville, son of Robert (Jake) Haynes and Faye Messer, died on Sunday, September 16, 2018, while in the arms of his two children and brother. Marty is survived by his beloved mother, Faye Messer (Knox County); his two beloved children, Ferrari Haynes (Knox County) and Cody (Hannah) Haynes (Union County); two beloved grandchildren,...
Rhonda Marie Arnold
Sep 16, 2018
Rhonda Marie Arnold, age 36, passed away on September 16, 2018. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church. She enjoyed cosmetology. Rhonda was a 2001 graduate of Powell High School. She loved the arts. Preceded in death by her father, James Ronald Arnold. She is survived by her children, Damien Humphies and Kolton Arnold; parents, Evelyn and Owen Jackson;...
Carl Edward Fielden
Sep 15, 2018
Carl Edward Fielden, age 84 of Halls Crossroads, peacefully entered into his eternal rest in the presence of his Lord Jesus Christ on September 15, 2018. Saved by God’s merciful grace as a young man, Carl was a faithful member of Emory Valley Baptist Church. He served his country in the United States Air Force, honorably. He retired from Fairmont...
Danny Lynn Hobby
Sep 13, 2018
Danny Lynn Hobby, age 64, passed away September 13, 2018. He was a Missionary Baptist, who loved the Lord and was strong in his faith. Danny owned and operated his own auto body repair business for more than 40 years. He loved the outdoors, especially hiking and the beach. Danny enjoyed woodworking and tinkering. Left to cherish his memory are...
Terry Glenn Sherrod
Sep 13, 2018
Terry Sherrod Sr. born July 24,1955 passed away on September 13,2018. Dad,Brother,Pops & Papaw. Will be sadly missed by all. Processed in death Wife Hassie Sherrod & Mother Jessie Mae Sherrod. Survived by son Terry G. Sherrod Jr & wife April; Grandchildren Haley, Jessie, Ginger, Terry G. Sherrod III & McKinley G. Stout; Sisters Darlene Wright, Charolette Pratt; & Brothers...
James Warren "J.W." Hughes
Sep 13, 2018
James Warren "J.W." Hughes, age 82, of Halls Crossroads went to his heavenly home, Thursday morning, surrounded by his family. He was a member of Fairview Freewill Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from Jefferson Smurfit Corp. J.W. loved the outdoors; hunting, fishing and camping. He is preceded in death by parents, C.M and Mary Hughes;...
Raymond Eugene Clark
Sep 13, 2018
Raymond Eugene Clark age 71, of Knoxville went to be with with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at his home surrounded by family. He was a member of Texas Valley Baptist Church. Raymond lived most of his life in the Halls Community and was an avid sports fan of all Halls community and school sports teams. He...
Audrey Fay Blakely Carmon
Sep 12, 2018
Audrey Brock Blakely Carmon went to be with our Heavenly Father on September 12, 2018, after a lengthy battle with dementia and a tired heart. She was the strongest woman known; enduring so much in her precious life and yet never complaining. She is preceded in death by husbands, Pete Blakely and Wade Carmon; sons, Bruce and Larry Blakley; her...
Myrtle Lillie Booker
Sep 12, 2018
Myrtle L. Booker, age 87, of Corryton, passed away on September 12, 2018. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Tater Valley. "Mamaw" will be remembered for her smile, her laughter, her selfless devotion to others; she never met a stranger and "loved everybody" that crossed her path. She devoted her life to her family and was known...
Charlie John Hulen
Sep 11, 2018
Charlie John (C.J.) Hulen 81 years of age, from Knoxville TN went home to be with his heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 after a fast decline of illness. C.J. lived a life of dedication to God, his family, his community and his accounting firm. He loved his wife with every being of his heart. All knew of their...
Sheila Joyner Eubank
Sep 10, 2018
Sheila Joyner Eubank, age 69, passed away Monday, September 10, 2018. She was a member of Bearden United Methodist Church. She was a doting nana to her grandson. Preceded in death by her husband, William Eubank. Survived by daughter Jennifer Zackoski; grandson Draven Zackoski; sisters Kaye Hall and Faye Weinstein; brother Stevie Joyner; several nieces and nephews; and granddog Dixie....
Juanita Kathryn Woods
Sep 10, 2018
Juanita Kathryn Woods, age 96, Of Knoxville, Tn, passed away Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. She was a founding member of Heritage Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Huey Woods. Survived by son; Jerry Woods, grandsons Roger and Michael Woods, great-granddaughter Ashley, brother Marshall Childress. Several nieces and nephews. Family will meet at 12:45 p.m. Thursday at...
Constance Marie Whitson
Sep 10, 2018
Constance Marie Whitson “Connie” (61) born January 1, 1957, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2018. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by infant son Lil John, father, Herbert Eugene Vaught, brother, Edward Vaught. Survived by her children, Rebeccah Pippin-Rayfeld, Melanie Pippin, Daniel Pippin, and Ronald Whitson Jr., mother, Betty Vaught, brother, David Vaught, sister in law...
Cora Jane (Merritt) Burns
Sep 9, 2018
Cora Jane (Merritt) Burns, age 86, of Knoxville passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, September 9, 2018. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She was very family oriented and enjoyed being in their company. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leland Davis and Vassie Chambers Davis; and husband, John Burns. She is survived...
Helen Cornett
Sep 9, 2018
Helen Louise Cornett, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully in her home on September 9, 2018. Louise was best known for her Sunday dinners, beautiful gardens, fashionable style, and above all, her devotion to her family. Whether it was making sure everyone had something to eat, or inviting one back for another visit, Louise always created...
