Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Russell Ray Lowe
Nov 25, 2013
Russell Ray Lowe, age 59, of Knoxville passed away Monday, November 25, 2013 at Tennova North. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert & Annie Lowe, and 5 sisters and 3 brothers. He is survived by his daughters, Melisa Lowe and Jennifer Ramsey, both of Florida, grandson Tyler Lowe, also of Florida, sisters Ezzie Gardner, of Seymour, Patricia...
Ernest Frank "Ernie" Pelle
Nov 23, 2013
Ernest Frank “Ernie” Pelle, age 82 of Powell, went to be with the Lord November 23, 2013. Ernie’s hometown was Chagrin Falls, Ohio and then he moved to Los Angeles, California at the age of 29 and then retired to Powell, Tennessee. He was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, retired postman, and a Korean War Veteran. Preceded in...
Michael (Mike) Anthony Anderson
Nov 23, 2013
Michael (Mike) Anthony Anderson, age 53, of Corryton passed away suddenly Saturday November 23, 2013. He was former president of Grainger County Historical society and Nicholas Gibbs Historical society and a Veteran of the Air National Guard. Survived by wife Carole Diane Anderson, Parents; Keith & Wanda Anderson, Daughters; Jessica Williams, Susan Williams and husband Jesse, son, Michael & wife...
Gearldine M. Berry
Nov 22, 2013
Gearldine Berry was born into this world on a snowy day, weighing approx. 2.5 lbs. Kept alive by a wood stove used as an incubator. She leaves behind a loving husband of 55 years, Reverend Oscar Berry, two children, an adopted son, many grandchildren, and one great-Grandchild. Called mammaw to most, Gearldine made a lasting impression on all that knew...
Willa Mae Brummett
Nov 21, 2013
Willa Mae Brummett, age 85, of Knoxville, passed away November 21, 2013. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by husband, David Earl Brummett and sister, Pauline Keck. Survivors: son and daughter-in-law, David M. and Dorothy Brummett. Grandsons, Billy and Lauren and niece, Tammy. Service 3pm Sunday, Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City. Rev. Jim Duncan officiating. Family &...
Barbara Jean Carmon
Nov 21, 2013
Barbara Carmon age 78 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord suddenly Thursday November 21, 2013. She was a beloved Mother and Mamaw. She was a member of Atkins Baptist Church. Preceeded in death by Husband George W. Carmon, Parents Walter and Stella Gray and Brother J R Gray. Survivors Daughter and Son in law Angela and Chuck Goosie,...
Etta Mae Parrott
Nov 21, 2013
Etta Mae Parrott, age 78, went to be with the Lord November 21, 2013. She was a life-time member of Dutch Valley Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Jack Parrott; sons, Steve Duncan and Mike Parrott. Survived by sons, Greg Parrott, Jeff (Angela) Parton; daughter-in-law, Doris Seymore; grand-dog Cookie Parrott; granddaughter Victoria Parton; great-grandson Sawyer; brother Charles Ray (Susan)...
Linda Faye "Goober" Loveday
Nov 21, 2013
Linda Faye “Goober” Loveday, beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend to many passed away peacefully at home on November 21, 2013 at the age of 71. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on October 31, 1942. She was of the Baptist faith and a true believer in our God. Preceded in death by sister, Mary Francis Loveday; sister-in-law, Barbara Holden....
Marion Stanley
Nov 20, 2013
Rev. Marion Stanley, age 78, went home to be with Jesus 8:00 am, November 20, 2013 in Townsend, Tennessee. Preceded in death by his two eldest sons, Tony Lee Stanley and Randall Wade Stanley; mother and father, Lloy and Leavy Stanley. Survived by devoted and beloved wife of 60 years, Shirley Stanley; sons, Marty Stanley, Sammy Dale “Sam” Stanley; grandsons,...
Barbara T. Watkins
Nov 19, 2013
Barbara T. Watkins, age 91, of Knoxville, passed away November 19, 2013. Member of Glenwood Baptist Church for over 60 years. Member of the Powell Community nearly all her life. Preceded in death by husband, Harold Watkins. Parents: Nora & William B. Tipton. Brothers, Bill Tipton & Joe Tipton. Daughter-in-law, Carol Watkins. Survived by sons, Doug Watkins, Richard Watkins and...
Charles Lee Mcdaniel
Nov 19, 2013
Charles L. (Charley) McDaniel Jr, age 67, of Corryton, went home to be with the Lord November 19, 2013. He was a former music director and Deacon at Graveston Baptist Church and North Acres Baptist Church. He was a current member and director of “Here’s Hope” mission at Clear Springs Baptist Church. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a...
Shirley Jean Long
Nov 16, 2013
Shirley Jean Long, age 59 of Knoxville passed away November 16, 2013. She is survived by a daughter Amy Reed, son Garry James Long, longtime companion Gary Glover, four grandchildren, twin sister Peggy Jane Gass and sisters Jennie Gass, Janice Seymour and Teresa Bettis, aunt Carol Blake, and several other aunts, uncles nieces and nephews. Friends and family will meet...
Frances West Porter
Nov 16, 2013
Frances W. Porter, age 68, of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on 11-16-13. She was born in Griffin, GA on Dec. 9, 1944. She was a member of New Covenant Fellowship. Survived by husband Ralph Porter; sons Russell Porter, Eric Porter, and David Porter; sister Bobbie Rakestraw of Tifton, GA; second cousin John Lane of Griffin, GA. In...
Thomas Austin Frazier
Nov 15, 2013
Thomas Austin Frazier, age 80, of Knoxville, passed away November 15, 2013. He served 6 years in the U.S. Army, 13 months of that time was in Korea. Retired from TWRA after 32 ½ years service. Preceded in death by parents, Austin & Bonnie Frazier. Survivors: wife, Dessie. Son & wife, Mark & Nora Frazier. Sisters, Faye Burkhardt, Sue (Ray)...
Ella Mae Haire
Nov 15, 2013
Ella Mae Haire, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on November 15, 2013 surrounded by those she loved and loved her. She was bor January 13, 1917. Ella Mae’s love and dedication for her Lord and Savior and her family is what she will be lovingly remembered for. She was a long time member of Highland Baptist Church....
Janice Sue Jones
Nov 14, 2013
Janice Sue Jones, age 75, of Seymour passed away November 14, 2013. She was a loving wife & mother. She was preceded in death by parents Alvin & Nellie Sheets. Survivors include husband of 55 years Charles Jones, sons Randy E. Summers & wife Patricia, Charles Rusty Jones & wife Mary, grandchildren Andrea P. Summers, Justin R. Summers & wife...
Alonzo Allison
Nov 14, 2013
Alonzo C. Allison, age 85 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on November 14, 2013. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. He loved to fish, play cards, and the Atlanta Braves, but most of all he loved his family. He always wanted the family together. Preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and...
Von Henry Garrett
Nov 13, 2013
Garrett, Von Henry, age 96, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday November 13, 2013 at Fort Sanders Hospital. He was a member of Salem Baptist Church for 55 years and served as a Deacon and served on various building and maintenance committees. He was the last living child born to Robert Henry Garrett and Lula Foust Garrett, of Knoxville. His...
Bertha C. Williams Beason
Nov 13, 2013
Bertha C. Williams Beason, age 99 of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at NHC. She was the oldest member of Oaks Chapel Christian Church. Preceded in death by husband, James (Gee) Beason; parents, Hiram and Mary Jane Williams; children, Mildred McCloud, Bobbie, Billy, and Jack Beason, and Annie Beeler. Survived by daughter, Verdie Henderlight and husband Norton; son,...
Jane Campbell Schmid
Nov 11, 2013
Jane Campbell Schmid, age 81, beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away November 11, 2013. Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Richard R. Schmid, Sr.; daughter, Katherine; and son, Richard. She maintained an active membership with Christ United Methodist Church in Halls Crossroads. Her heart and spirit were devoted to the Great Smoky Mountains and Cades Cove. Her...
