Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Charles Edwin "Gene" Black
Apr 21, 2024
Charles Edwin “Gene” Black, age 91, of Tullahoma, TN passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Knoxville, TN. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Buford and Irene Longmire Black; sister, Kathryn Martin; and brothers, Kelly, James & Tommy. He is survived by sisters, Elizabeth Wendelken & Sue Watson; brother, Bill Black and close friend, Larry Myers...
Mary Louise Hurst
Apr 20, 2024
Mary L. Hurst age 87 of North Knoxville, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2024 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church. Preceded in death by son, John Emory; grandson, B. J. Emory. Survived by husband of 52 years, Roger S. Hurst of Washburn, TN.; sons, Michael Emory and Joseph Emory and...
Wanda Lavada Bowling
Apr 20, 2024
Wanda Lavada Bowling, age 79, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 20, 2024in her son’s home surrounded by family. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Tabernacle. Wanda was known for playing the piano and singing at many churches in Knoxville. She retired from Tom’s Potato Chip Company after 30 years.
She is preceded in death by her...
Rosetta McKinney
Apr 19, 2024
Rosetta “Boots” McKinney, age 75 of Knoxville, TN was taken into the arms of her Heavenly Father on Friday April 19th 2024. Being the youngest of four children, and the last of the Golden Girls, there was a reunion and early birthday party going on in Heaven on Friday. She was strong-willed in everything she did, whether it be her...
Sarah Loranda Simonds
Apr 19, 2024
Sarah Simonds, age 42, of Knoxville, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 19, 2024. She was a devoted member of Divine Worship Christian Church. She retired from Walgreens after 12 years. She loved to watch wrestling. Sarah is preceded in death by her parents, John and Patricia Yaugher; uncle, Michael Walker. She is survived by her...
Thomas Benjamin "Ben" Sartin
Apr 19, 2024
Thomas (Ben) Sartin age 42, of Knoxville, TN, passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2024. Ben was born on March 21, 1982. He was a dedicated husband, Dad, Brother, Marine and employee of Coca-Cola Consolidation of Knoxville. He's preceded in death by dad, James Arlan Sartin Sr.; mom, Wilma Sartin; grandfather, James Arlan Sartin Sr.; grandmother, Carolyn Daniels; mother-in-law, Missy...
William T. Braden
Apr 19, 2024
William T “Bill” Braden, age 81, of Clinton, TN passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024.
Preceded in death by his wife, Marie Braden; parents Charley and Georgia Braden; brothers Gregory and Luther Braden.
Survived by stepdaughter, Angie Burgin; siblings, Oma Eva Garner, Georgia Jean Wilson, Charlie Braden, Diana Hagan, Patricia (David) Springer, Carolyn (Leonard) Johnson, Dora (Bruce) Gosse, Dorthea Braden, Homer...
Kathryn Bryant Lester (Russell)
Apr 19, 2024
Kathryn Bryant Lester (Russell), age 74 of Knoxville, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 19, 2024. She was a 1971 graduate of Carson Newman University, and an active member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. Kathryn was a music teacher for Knox County Schools for 27 years. She enjoyed teaching piano, and spending time with her family.
Preceded...
Fred Doyle Human, Sr.
Apr 19, 2024
Fred Doyle Human, Sr., age 89, of Powell, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at UT Medical Center.
Fred was a graduate of Rule High School class of 1953, News Sentinel All East Tennessee Football 1952 Rule High School, All City Football Team 1952 Rule High School, Quarterback of the year 1952 Rule High School, inducted into Knoxville Greater Sports...
Regeena LeeAnn Moore
Apr 18, 2024
Regeena LeeAnn Moore age 41 of Knoxville passed away on Thursday, April 18. 2024.
Proceeded in death by her mother Robin Moore; grandmother, Gladys Loveday; and Aunt Cindy Harden.
Survived by her children, Bentley (Kelsey) Pitts, Jordan Lyric, and Layla Moore; granddaughter, Frankie Pitts; siblings, Michael and Corey Settle; Aunt, Paula (Steve) Owens; uncle, Ron Moore, also leaving behind several nieces and...
Oscar Howard Nipper
Apr 18, 2024
In Loving Memory
Oscar Nipper, beloved Grandfather, and father, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the age of 85. He was surrounded by his loved ones at the University of Tennessee Hospital, finding solace in the embrace of family and friends.
Oscar lived a life marked by his many years of truck driving and was enormously proud of his...
Crystal Michelle Suit
Apr 17, 2024
Crystal Logan Suit (China) age 41, of Knoxville, TN., passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis and Marie Logan, grandparents, Willis and Mary Scarbrough, and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by her sons, Jayden and Kayden, daughters, Alexcia (Seth), Alyssa (Kamie) and Katalia, special grandson, River,...
William Charles McBride Jr.
Apr 17, 2024
William Charles McBride, Jr. was born on December 11, 1982, to Johnnie Ruth McBride & William Charles McBride, Sr., in Columbus, Mississippi. He grew up in the church, serving God, at Stephen Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, and gave his life to God at a very young age. William was very active growing up. He earned a Brown Belt in Taekwondo...
Naomi Geneva Walton
Apr 17, 2024
Walton, Naomi G (Heath), age 91, departed this earthly life for her eternal life on April 17, 2024. She was a member of Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church in Halls. She retired from Palm Beach Company. Her passion was making pies, cakes, and hot tamales for her friends and family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She...
Ethel Louise Terry
Apr 17, 2024
Ethel Louise Terry, 92, of Knoxville, TN (formerly of Huntsville, AL), passed away on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024. Ethel retired from Huntsville Hospital after many years of dedicated service. She was a devout Christian. Ethel was a social butterfly. She enjoyed telling jokes, baking, and sharing stories with her friends, family, and neighbors. She always made sure you were warm...
Helen Irene Monroe
Apr 16, 2024
Helen Irene Monroe age 82, of Knoxville, went to her heavenly home to be with her lord and savior on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Daughter of Olaf Wilkerson and Maggie Humphrey Wilkerson and wife to Bruce E Monroe. Helen was a loving Homemaker and devoted wife. Preceded in death by her first-born son, Richard E Monroe and daughter, Sharmin Shoffner,...
Robert Eugene Nokes Jr
Apr 15, 2024
Robert Eugene Nokes Jr, 61 of Knoxville passed away peacefully on Monday evening, April 15, 2024, at UT Medical Center with his family at his side. Robert was the first-born son to the late Robert Eugene Nokes Sr and Cecile Minnie (Robbins) Nokes. Rob never met a stranger, a trait that served him well in life and in his career....
Sheila Lynn Jones
Apr 15, 2024
Sheila Lynn Jones, age 71 of Knoxville passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Tennova North after an extended illness. She was a member of First Baptist Church Fountain City. She was a 1970 graduate of Central High School. She was preceded in death by her father; Bob Jones. Survivors; sister and brother-in-law with whom she has resided the...
Luis Alfredo Ralon Sajbin
Apr 14, 2024
Luis Alfredo Ralon Sajbin, age 45 of Knoxville passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024. Luis was born August 17, 1978 in Guatemala. He was a loving son, father and brother. Survivors; Daughters, Emelin and Kayle Ralon; father, Pedro Ralon; mother, Josefa Sajbin; brother, Victor Ralon; sister, Maria Ralon; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m....
David Allen Rice
Apr 14, 2024
David Allen Rice, age 66, of Bluff City, Tennessee, died peacefully Sunday evening, April 14, 2024, surrounded by his family. David was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sharon Rice, parents, Joseph and Betty Rice. He is survived by his daughter and son in law, Chesney and Richard; son, Caland; grandchildren, Emory and Linda; brothers, Dale, Randy and Ricky....
