Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Carroll Sasscer Jr.
Aug 16, 2023
In loving memory of Carroll Sasscer Jr.
Carroll Sasscer Jr., a dedicated tobacco farmer and accomplished canoeist, passed away on 08/16/2023. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, passion, and a deep connection to the land and waterways he cherished. Born 12/09/51 Carroll was raised with a strong appreciation for nature and the outdoors. He followed in his...
William Russell "Russ" Oaks
Aug 16, 2023
William R. “Russ” Oaks, age 64, passed away at home in Andersonville, Tennessee unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his parents, William “Bill” Oaks and Robinette Catherine Kesley Oaks. He grew up in Halls. When Russ was about 10, his father took him to see the movie...
Nancy Yardley Meridieth
Aug 16, 2023
Nancy Yardley Meridieth, age 74 of Mascot, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Nancy loved spending time with her great-grandkids and seeing family as often as she could. Attended Powell High School. Member of Rutledge Pike Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Meridieth; parents, Thurman and Cora Yardley; brother,...
Twylia G. Anderson
Aug 16, 2023
Twylia Eads Anderson age 88 of Knoxville, gained her angel wings on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Twylia was of the Baptist faith. She loved the lake, gardening, and an avid VOLS fan. Twylia worked in payroll at Bike Athletics for 38 years and a Red Coat at the Civic Auditorium and Coliseum for 14 years, Preceded in death by...
Jane Ellen Davenport Skrdlant Bolling
Aug 15, 2023
Jane Ellen Davenport Skrdlant Bolling passed away on August 15, 2023 from a stroke. She wasborn June 18,1953 the 2nd child of 5 born to Juddson & Nettie (Payne) Davenport. She and herbrother John were the first set of twins born in the old Alma Hospital. She attended OrleansElementary. She graduated from Cambridge in 1971.Jane married Marvin Skrdlant in 1974....
Charles Donald Hays
Aug 14, 2023
Charles Hays, fondly known as Charlie, or Uncle Charlie to many, 74, of Powell, TN, passed peacefully into the presence of his Savior on August 14, 2023. He lived a life defined by his commitment to his faith, his family, his country and his community. He was a charter member of The Church at Sterchi Hills and a Vietnam Veteran...
Nancy Ruth Burch
Aug 13, 2023
Nancy Ruth Burch, age 78 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord August 13, 2023. Nancy loved going to the beach and spending time with her grandkids. Preceded in death by husband Ronald Burch, grandson Tom Burch, great-grandson Michael Garrett Mathes, parents Joe and Dot Bradshaw, bonus parents JR and Annabelle Burch. Survived by children Ron Burch (Kelly),...
Charlotte Louise Lowe
Aug 12, 2023
Charlotte L. Lowe, age 86 of Clinton, TN went to be with the Lord Saturday, August 12, 2023. She loved to work outside in her flower bed. She was a faithful member of Island Home Baptist Church in Norris, TN. She was preceded in death by doting husbands, Boyd Lowe Sr., and Wayne Stockdale; and son, Boyd Lowe Jr.; brother...
Carroll Dewayne Cox
Aug 12, 2023
Carroll Dewayne Cox, age 62, of Powell, TN, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, August 12, 2023. He enjoyed spending his time restoring old items and giving them to his family. He was preceded in death by beloved parents, Margaret and Don Cox; grandparents, and step-daughter Teresa Kay. He is survived by loving son, Justin and wife Farrah Cox;...
Katherine Jeannine (Jean Heck) Nichols
Aug 12, 2023
Katherine Jeannine (Jean Heck) Nichols, age 75 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord Saturday August 12, 2023. Katherine loved Tennessee football and also loved to travel. Preceded in death by parents Ruth and George Heck. Survived by loving husband of 50 years Terry Nichols, brother Tom Heck (Karlene), niece Korie Cliff (Justin), nephews Aaron Heck (Angie) and Connor...
Patrice Danielle Meredith
Aug 11, 2023
Patrice Danielle Meredith, age 44, passed away on Friday, August 11th. She was accustomed to being center-stage – there she thrived. “Fearfully and wonderfully made”, God blessed her with grit and determination. She is preceded in death by her loving mother, Joy Wright Dukes and brother, Lance Matthew Meredith. She is survived by her father Frank Meredith and siblings: Spencer...
Jerry Burkholder
Aug 11, 2023
Loving father and grandfather, Jerry David (Burky) Burkholder, age 82, passed away at home, Friday, August 11, 2023, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Jerry was born on October 26, 1940, in Lima, Ohio to William and Nina Burkholder.
In 1959, he graduated from Lima Senior High School. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corp, in January 1966. He received an honorable...
Rebecca Norris
Aug 11, 2023
Rebecca Lee Norris, age 68, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 11, 2023. Faithful member of Valley View Baptist Church. Retired from the News Sentinel after 33 years. She was preceded in death by beloved son, Michael Norris; parents, Thomas Leo Shown and Ida Mae Shown; and sister Karen Croxdale. She is survived...
Brenda Joyce Sellers
Aug 11, 2023
Brenda Joyce Sellers, age 75, Born 8/17/1947 – Died 8/11/2023. With sadness in our hearts and tears in our eyes we announce the passing of our amazing mother. Through the grief and pain, we rest assured that she is united with her parents, grandparents, sister, and many others that have passed to Heaven. Most importantly we know she is singing...
Betty Jane Bigger
Aug 11, 2023
Betty Jane Bigger, age 80 of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 11, 2023. She was born on May 21, 1943. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by her father, Leonard Bounds; mother, Betty Bounds; husband of 17 years, Frank Bigger and son, Curtis Coile. ...
Michael Joseph Berry
Aug 10, 2023
Michael Joseph Berry, age 43, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
Preceded in death by grandparents Bill and Wanda Rouse.
Survived by wife Angela Berry, children Austin (Hayley), Hunter, and Hadley, honorary son Austin Ragan, grandson Kolten Wade, parent Mary Gayle Rouse and Terry Berry, siblings DeWayne Berry and Misty Harris, several other nieces, nephews, relatives and...
Angela Renee Anderson
Aug 10, 2023
Angela Renee Anderson, age 59 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023. She is preceded in death by her father, Tom Anderson; mother, Linda Anderson; grandparents, Tom and Katherine Anderson. Survived by her brothers, Terry (Connie) Anderson and Mike (Gail) Anderson; nephews, Seth (Tara) Anderson and Samuel (Morgan) Anderson; great-niece, Adley Anderson; great-nephew, Atticus Anderson; cousin, Chris...
Tosha Hatfield
Aug 9, 2023
Tosha Hatfield, born May 23, 1988, left us too soon, on August 9th, 2023 at Vanderbilt Hospital after a 10-year battle with renal cell carcinoma. Tosha will be fondly remembered by her family, and multitudes of bipedal and 4-legged friends alike, for her optimism, tenacity and brilliant mind and spirit.
Tosha is preceded in death by her father, Stephen Hatfield...
Lillian England Stephens
Aug 8, 2023
We’re all on a trajectory and Lil was no exception to that. There was something about her, however, that was just a little different from the rest of us. You might have first noticed it by the way she always loved alittle more than seemed wise, or the way her thick blond hair was stick straight and kept waist length...
Ralph Linton Ammons
Aug 8, 2023
Ralph L. Ammons, age 80, of Powell, went to be with Jesus August 8, 2023. He was retired from AT&T after 30 years. He was a member of Emory Valley Baptist Church. He enjoyed 45 years of traveling and camping trips. Ralph was a US Airforce Veteran. Preceded in death by mother Mamie Ammons, brothers Sammie, Eddie, Elmer, and Jimmy...
