Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Aileen Hall
Apr 1, 2024
Aileen "Shorty" Hall, age 90, of Knoxville passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Aileen was an active member of Northwest Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years John C. Hall; parents, Hubert and Myrtle Moore; son John E. Hall; and sister in Christ, Elwanda Dalton.
Survived by, sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy,...
Tracy Leo Joy
Apr 1, 2024
Tracy L. Joy, age 81, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024. He was a member of the Catholic Faith.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Becky Joy, and parents, Thomas and Patricia Joy. He is survived by his sons, Patrick Joy and Larry (Vanessa) Joy; grandchildren, Tyler, Brittany and Cameron Joy; brothers, Thomas (Barbara) Joy,...
Juanita Mae Bright
Mar 31, 2024
Our mother Juanita White Bright age 82 of South Knoxville went home with God on Easter Sunday March 31, 2024.
Proceeded in death by our father Fred Bright, daughter Tammy Jordan, grandson Micheal Chudley, her parents James and Lillie Mae White, sisters Mary Miller, Evelyn Abbott, Martha Thornhill, and brother Jim White.
Her children will miss and grieve her forever, Daughters, Debbie...
Charles Wayne Stinnett
Mar 31, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles Wayne Stinnett age 59 of Knoxville, TN. Charles graduated from Rule High School and was a very proud Golden Bear. Charles was called home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 22 years, Pam...
Karol Allred
Mar 30, 2024
Karol Allred "Ozhaawashko-Bineshiinh" June 12th 1972 - March 30th 2024 With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Karol Allred, also known as "Ozhaawashko-Bineshiinh" (Bluebird), a cherished member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe, who peacefully passed away on March 30th, 2024, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Karol was preceded in death by her beloved significant other, Charles...
Timothy Michael Arnold
Mar 30, 2024
Timothy “Gnarly Gnome” Arnold, age 40, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was an outdoorsman, just loved nature, camping, hiking, woodworking, and gardening. He most of all loved helping his friends.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles & Susie West. He is survived by his parents, Mike & Fay Arnold; siblings, Christy, Justin, and Christopher (LeAnn);...
Johnny Franklin Haynes
Mar 30, 2024
Johnny Franklin Haynes of Knoxville, age 72, passed away on Saturday March 30, 2024. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was preceded in death by parents, Jack and Margaret Haynes, and sisters; Jackie Bradley, Geraldine Radcliff and Shirley Brooks. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Haynes, daughters; Jennifer Haynes and Lori Price...
Wayne Rudolph Lockett
Mar 30, 2024
Wayne Rudolph Lockett, age 88, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was a Marine for 5 years, a life time member of the NRA, an avid hunter and fisherman, loved caring for his cattle and farms. Wayne was an active member of the Knoxville Baptist Tabernacle. He was the longest active...
Willie Terrence Miller, Jr
Mar 29, 2024
Willie Terrance Miller, Jr, age 60, passed away in Knoxville, Tennessee on Friday, March 29, 2024. “Little Willie,” as he was affectionately called by his family, grew up in a loving home in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his father Willie Terrance Miller, Sr. and his mother Jeannie J. Miller. Willie attended Charlotte-Mecklenburg public schools and graduated from West Charlotte High...
Joyce Ann Heist
Mar 29, 2024
Joyce Ann Heist age 84 of Knoxville, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024 at Ben Atchley State Veterans Home. Joyce enhanced many lives through dance (line dancing and clogging) for 30 plus years (Tennessee Style Cloggers) at Christenberry Community Center and line dancing at Cotton Eyed Joe's. Joyce performed her dancing at places that included Dollywood, TVA & I Fair...
Lucille Marie Feller
Mar 29, 2024
Lucille Marie Feller, of Knoxville, TN passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by her family. At 78 years young, she was beautiful inside and out.
Lucy was a loving wife for 57 years. She was the most caring mother and grandmother a child could have. She worked for the Kroger Company in Knoxville for over 30 years and never...
Patricia Lynn Grant
Mar 28, 2024
Patricia Lynn Grant, a beloved member of the Knoxville community, passed away on March 28, 2024. Patricia was known for her kind heart and dedicated spirit throughout her life. In her professional career, Patricia retired as a Registered Nurse, providing care and compassion to those in need. Her commitment to helping others touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact...
Morris Zachary Sr.
Mar 28, 2024
Morris F. Zachary, Sr. age 89 of Corryton, passed away suddenly Thursday, March 28, 2024. He was a member of Corryton Baptist Church, Knox County School Bus operator for 31 years, owner of Zachary Excavating and a farmer all of his life. Preceded in death by son, Ray Zachary; parents, Edgar and Cecile Zachary; sister and brother-in-law, Eda and...
Jerry Allen Mason
Mar 27, 2024
Jerry A Mason (78) of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away March 27, 2024. Jerry is survived by his wife, Sheila. Daughters Brandy Welch with husband Rex Welch, Rachel Starkey with fiancée Jabron Tannous. Grandchildren Darron, Cyrus, Bryson, Xzavier, Mason and Larissa. Sister Patsy. Preceded in death by parents and multiple other siblings. Jerry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother....
Elaine Celeste Underwood
Mar 27, 2024
Elaine Celeste Underwood, age 66, of Knoxville, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 27, 2024. She was a devoted grandmother, and her grandchildren were her joy.
Preceded in death by her parents David H. and Eva Underwood; brother Phillip H. Underwood; Ex Husband John “Big Ed” Hawkins.
Survived by Brother, David Underwood; sister Gail Underwood West (James);...
Neva Faye Segers
Mar 27, 2024
Segers, Neva Faye age 91 of Powell Tennessee passed away peacefully at Sacred Ground Hospice House on March 27, 2024. Neva was born on December 2, 1932, in Powell Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Clayton L “Sam” Segers. She was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church since 1963. Neva retired from Home...
Frankie Lee Richards
Mar 26, 2024
Frankie L. Richards age 74 of Heiskell, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Ben Atchley State Veterans Home. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired truck driver, auto mechanic and auto body/paint worker. Veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps serving in Viet Nam. He was a NASCAR fan and loved to fish. Preceded in death...
Timothy "Tim" Doyle Waller
Mar 26, 2024
Tim Waller, age 64, of Halls Crossroads, passed away suddenly at home Tuesday, March 26, 2024. He was a 1977 Graduate of Halls High School, owner of Waller Construction Company. Tim worked hard and loved hard.
Preceded in death by parents, Hubert and Catherine Waller; brother-in-law, Roger Hill.
Survivors are wife of 44 years, Melanie Waller; children, Megan Waller, Erin Gray (Chris)...
Homer "Lloyd" Potter II
Mar 25, 2024
H. Lloyd Potter II, age 48, of Cleveland, passed away on March 26, 2024, due to complications from surgery. Lloyd was born on July 1, 1975, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He graduated from West High School in 1994. After high school, he attended Pellissippi State Community College. He relocated to Cleveland, Tennessee, where he later graduated from Baker Barber College. He...
Edward "Gerald" Carpenter
Mar 25, 2024
Gerald Carpenter age 36 of Knoxville, gained his angel wings Monday, March 25, 2024. Gerald was of the Baptist faith and former employee of Flowers Bakery. Gerald was a graduate of Central High School and Tennessee Applied Technology. Gerald loved fishing, going to the gun range and an avid music lover. Preceded in death by grandparents; Edward and Lorene Carpenter....
