Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
James M. (Mike) Vandergriff
Dec 8, 2017
James M. (Mike) Vandergriff, age 63, passed away 12-8-17. 1972 Honors Graduate (Halls High School). Mike was a lifelong resident of the Halls Community and Member of Salem Baptist Church. Survivors include: Wife of 44 years, Connie; Daughters and husbands, Rebecca (Daniel) Sutphin, Jenny (Bobby) Hassell, Amy (Nicholas) McGuire; 9 grandchildren Taylor, Oren, Callie, Ethan, Corban, Arlen, Lainey, Eamon, and...
Lon Houston Spires
Dec 6, 2017
Lon “Lonny” Houston Spires, age 68, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 6th, 2017. He was retired from Cedar Bluff Elementary School. Lonny was a, kind, good-natured soul and loved to cut up with people. He was preceded in death by wife of 30 years Judy Lamons Spires, parents Lon and Ruth Braun Spires, siblings Mary Sigman, Bruce...
B.H. Hodge
Dec 6, 2017
B.H. Hodge, age 79, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Ft. Sanders Hospital. He and his wife, June (Tindell) Hodge, were married 59 wonderful years. God blessed their union with 3 children, Alecia (Bill), Brad (Terri) and Alan (and friend Barbara); 6 grandchildren, Daniel, Micah, Jonathan, Chase, Andrew and Annalisa; 2 great grandchildren, Natalie and Amelia. He is survived...
Jason Shawn Sweet
Dec 5, 2017
Jason Shawn Sweet, age 41, of Maynardville, went to live with his Lord and Savior on December 5, 2017. He was a member and deacon of Sidebrook Baptist Church. Jason was a wonderful husband, son, brother and friend to all. Preceded in death by second dad, Gilbert Brock; grandparents, and special aunt. He is survived by loving wife of 23...
Kimberly Nicole Anderson
Dec 5, 2017
Kimberly Nicole Anderson, age 26 of Knoxville, passed away December 5, 2017. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She was loved deeply by everyone that knew her. She had the biggest heart and best personality. Her smile would light up any room she entered. She is survived by her husband Chad Anderson, 2 beautiful children Brody Aaron and...
Beulah B. King
Dec 3, 2017
Beulah B. King, age 90 of Oak Ridge, went joyfully to be with the Lord December 3, 2017 at Alexander Guest House Assisted Living. She was a member of Royce Baptist Church for 48 years. She began work as a sales associate at Knox Department Store in 1973 and went on to work at Proffitts, and then Belk where she...
Jason Lynn (Worm) Moore
Dec 2, 2017
Jason Lynn (Worm) Moore, age 40, of Powell, went home to his Savior December 2, 2017. He became a child of God at an early age. He loved the outdoors and everyone around him. He was a life long concrete finisher. He is survived by parents Kathy and Carl Richmond; son Austin Lynn Moore; daughter Kayla Fultz-Moyers; grandson Brently Moore;...
Michael "Mike" Hickson
Dec 2, 2017
Michael “Mike” Hickson passed away December 2, 2017. He was a member of Freeway Church of God. Mike was a kind and gentle man who loved his family; especially his mother, daughter and grandchildren. Left to cherish his memory are daughter Candace (Scott) Nelson; grandchildren Tyler, Ciara and Brooke; parents David and Louella Hickson; and brother David (Darlene) Hickson Jr....
Dorothy Marie Garland
Dec 2, 2017
Dorothy Marie Wright Garland of Knoxville, age 89, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday December 2nd. Dorothy was such a wonderful, loving, and devoted mother and grandmother to so many and loved everyone with a special love. Dorothy is preceded in death by daughters Linda Rudd, Patsy Curnutt Wilson, and Betty Gibbs; son Alan Wright. She is survived...
Katherine Kolter Smith
Dec 2, 2017
Katherine Kolter Smith, of Strawberry Plains, TN, passed away Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017. She was born in Knoxville and moved to Mobile, AL. in the 70’s, to follow her dreams. She owned and operated “Katie’s Health Food” at Tilman’s Corner and Spanish Fort, for 25 plus years. Her legacy of teaching healthy living and nutrition was shared with thousands, and...
Barbara Louise Norfleet
Dec 1, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Mynatt Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
Norma Pearl Tolliver
Dec 1, 2017
Norma Pearl Tolliver (Whaley), age 68 of Anderson County, TN went to be with the lord on December 1, 2017. She was a devoted and loving wife. She was the most amazing mother with much more love and compassion than a child’s heart could embrace. Preceded in death by father George Whaley and mother Flora Whaley (Nolan). She is survived...
Danny Ernest Mccarter
Nov 30, 2017
Danny Ernest McCarter, age 70 of Powell, TN passed away Thursday November 30, 2017. He was an United States Army Veteran and served as a medic in the Vietnam War. He was also a Silver Star recipient. He was a former member of West Lonsdale Baptist Church and was currently a member of First Baptist Church of Powell. He retired...
George Hobert Murphy
Nov 29, 2017
George Hobert Murphy went to be with the Lord November 29, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family. He left a great legacy behind. He was the son of the late Henry and Lula Murphy. Preceded in death by his wife Christine Murphy and son Phillip Wayne Murphy. Survived by son David (Kathy) Murphy; daughters Bobbie (Bob) Stanton and...
Bryce Garrin Olinger
Nov 28, 2017
Bryce Garrin Olinger, age 15, of Powell, went to be with the Lord on November 28, 2017. Bryce was a ray of sunshine to everyone around him. He was always laughing, always happy, and had a smile that would light up a room. He loved music, swimming, traveling and balloons, but especially found joy in spending time with his family....
Jason Robert Byrd
Nov 27, 2017
Rev. Jason Robert Byrd MSSgt United States Air Force retired, age 94 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord November 27, 2017. Member of Faith Baptist Church in Rockford, Tn. Preceded in death by parents Elbert and Effie Byrd, wife of 70 years and the love of his life Minerva “Candy” Byrd and daughter Cathy Byrd, brothers Gwyn...
Mary Tillie Tallent
Nov 27, 2017
Mary Tillie Tallent, age 86, passed away November 27, 2017. She was a member of Blue Springs Baptist Church of Sharps Chapel. Preceded in death by parents Clarence and Elva Carr; brothers Clarence Jr. and Lloyd Carr; sisters Illa Maham and Anna Carr. Survived by beloved husband Elmer “Budgee” Tallent; son Jim Tillie and wife Sharon; four grandchildren; six great...
Marjorie Gamble Gardner
Nov 25, 2017
Marjorie Gamble Gardner, born August 26, 1924 and died November 25, 2017. Preceded in death by husband of 61 years marriage, Charles B. Gardner; only daughter, Carolyn Gardner Buttram; parents, Ira and Callie Gamble; and three half-brothers, James, Thornton, and Frederick Gamble. Marjorie is survived by three sons, Bruce Gardner and his wife, Cyndy, of Crossville, TN, Frederick Lee Gardner...
Peggy Joyce Sharp
Nov 24, 2017
Peggy Joyce Sharp will be honored with a celebration of her life on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at Salem Baptist Church from 12:00-3:00 pm. All family and friends are invited to attend as we honor her life and share memories. Food and refreshments will be served.
