Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Trudy A Petitt
Nov 9, 2023
Trudy A. Petitt, age 89, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023. She was born on March 27, 1934 in Sheboygan, WI to Frank and Teresa Brunmeier. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Madison, WI. Trudy was a nurse in Nashville for many years. She loved to cook and spend time with her family. She...
William "Bill" Connard Zimmerman
Nov 8, 2023
William “Bill” Connard Zimmerman, age 50, of Powell was called Home to join his Heavenly Father on November 8, 2023. Bill was a beloved son, father, brother, grandpa, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was lovingly referred to as “Little Bill” even when he grew to tower over those calling him by that name. He relished his role as grandpa to...
Michael Edward Potter
Nov 7, 2023
Michael Edward Potter, age 50, of Knoxville TN passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Michael was born on May 10, 1973 at Fort Sanders hospital with an intellectual disability. He went to the pediatric language lab at UT until age 6. He then attended Bearden Elementary School of Special Education then to Fort Sanders School for Special Education....
Wendy Renee Reynolds
Nov 6, 2023
Wendy Renee Reynolds, age 44 of Knoxville, went to be home with the Lord Monday, November 6th, 2023. She loved butterflies, her family and her donut sticks.She is preceded in death by her brother, David Reynolds; sister, Kay Wallace. She is survived by her first love, Chris Brock; children, Michael (Liz) Brock, Noah Brock and Savannah Brock; mother, Margaret...
Ira "Junior" Lumpkin
Nov 6, 2023
Reverend Ira “Junior” Lumpkin Jr., 79, of Knoxville passed away on November 6, 2023. Junior was a member of Friendly Chapel Baptist Church and a charter member and Deacon of the former Bearden Gospel Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his parents; Ira Sr. and Helen Lumpkin; first wife Pat (2009) and by sister; Jean Long. Survived by wife; Tina...
Sandra Preston Nelson
Nov 5, 2023
Sandra Preston Nelson, age 73, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 5, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was a member of Emerald Avenue Methodist Church. She worked at SunTrust Bank for over 30 years. Preceded in death by parents; Charles and Wilma Preston. Survived by husband; Douglas E. Nelson, children; Douglas Charles...
Steven Errette Brady
Nov 5, 2023
Steven Errette Brady, age 37 of Knoxville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 5th 2023. Preceded in death by the love of his life, Michelle Herrin; mother, Carol Coats; maternal grandparents, Annie Mae Sands and Bill Sands; paternal grandparents, Harold and Catherine Brady. Survived by his two beautiful daughters, Hayden and Aaliyah; father, Mark (Angela) Brady; brother, Billy (Tracey)...
Joseph David Ridenour
Nov 5, 2023
Joseph David Ridenour, age 66 of Halls, went to be with his lord and savior on November 5th, 2023. David was a member of Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church. He attended Halls High School with the class of 1975 and he had an avid passion for cars and motorcycles. David greeted everyone that crossed his path with a contagious smile and...
Betty Lou Kennedy
Nov 5, 2023
Betty Lou Kennedy, age 87 of Louisville TN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Betty loved to go shopping and especially loved praising her Lord. She is proceeded in death by her loving husband Jack Kennedy; parents, Ruth Franklin and Thomas Kidwell; brothers, Robert and Junior Vineyard. She is survived by her children, Sharon Harvey,...
Jamason Arron Wright
Nov 4, 2023
Jamason Arron Wright, age 44 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023.
Preceded in death by his parents, James “Jim Bob” and Theresa “Terry” Wright; his grandparents, John and Ruth Hawkins, as well as many aunts and uncles.
Jamason is survived by many.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2023 from 5:00-7:00 PM with...
Betty Lou Burnette
Nov 3, 2023
Betty Lou Burnette, age 87 went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 3, 2023.
She was a resident at Tri-State Health and Rehabilitation Center for 12 years, where she loved to play bingo and spend time with her friends. She was loved by her fellow residents, as well as the wonderful staff.
Preceded in death by her father,...
Jessica Rhyne Lane
Nov 3, 2023
Jessica Rhyne Lane, born May 30, 1983- November 3, 2023. Jessica was strong willed, fun loving, proud, and confident. She was known for her big head of curly hair and her love for volleyball. The only thing she loved more than volleyball was attending Tennessee football games with her dad. Her love of volleyball began while attending Karns High...
Morgan Wayne Quinn
Nov 1, 2023
Morgan Wayne Quinn – dedicated father, grandfather, brother, friend, and community leader – peacefully passed away surrounded by his adoring family in Knoxville, TN on Wednesday November 1st, 2023.
Morgan was born to JB and Mildred Quinn in Knoxville, TN on October 2nd, 1957. He graduated from Fulton High School and soon after began his career as an entrepreneur.
A...
Margaret Yates Cofer
Oct 31, 2023
COFER, MARGARET ERNESTINE YATES - Age 88, of Morristown, TN, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at Life Care Center of Morristown surrounded by her 3 nieces. She was born in Rutledge, TN and lived in Thomasville, GA for many years before moving back home. Preceded in death by parents, John Ernest and Etna Dykes Yates, husband, James...
Martha Frances Karnes Wallace
Oct 31, 2023
Martha Frances Karnes Wallace, age 77 of Knoxville, went to her heavenly home on October 31, 2023. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. Martha was a woman of grace and dignity. She was a loving mother and wife. She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters, and brother. Martha will be remembered by her loving husband...
Elijah Sterling Bowling
Oct 30, 2023
Elijah Sterling Bowling age 23 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, October 30, 2023. He loved his family and friends. Preceded in death by his mother. Marsha Bowling. Survivors; sisters, Sabrina Hurst and Sydney Rigger; 2 nephews, father; Donnie Reynolds, several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Family will receive friends on Saturday, November 11, from 5:00-7:00pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain...
Floyd Lee Edmonds
Oct 30, 2023
Floyd Lee Edmonds, age 82, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
He is preceded in death by wife of 47 years, Elizabeth Edmonds; son, Christopher Edmonds; parents, Oliver and Rosie Edmonds; siblings, Loretta Twardoski, Arthea Edmonds, Eileen Smith, Thurston Smith and L.R. Smith.
He is survived by children, Anthony Edmonds (Amanda) and Alicia...
Linda Mae Hamilton
Oct 29, 2023
Linda Hamilton, life-long resident of Knoxville, TN, died peacefully on 10/29/2023 after a long battle with dementia. Linda was born May 25th 1943 in Knoxville, TN to the late Frank and Reva (Miller) Wilson. Linda is survived by her two children, Randall and wife Lisa, and Tiffany Davis; her four grandchildren, Alexander Hamilton and wife Abby, Cassia Bowling and husband...
Zola Mae Sugg Clayton
Oct 29, 2023
Zola Mae Sugg Clayton, age 82 of Williamston, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 29, 2023 from a long battle with Dermatomyositis.
She grew up in Alcolu, South Carolina and graduated in 1959 from Tuomey Hospital School of Nursing in Sumter, South Carolina. Zola loved to help others and was a Registered Nurse, she was one of the first...
Mary Lou Ingle
Oct 29, 2023
Mary Lou Harrison Ingle, age 84, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. She was a lifelong member of Dante Church of God.
Preceded in death by parents, George and Gladys Harrison; twin sister, Betty Sue Lindsey; sister, Lois Ann Hammer; brothers, James Harrison, Anthony “Tony” Harrison and Billy Joe Harrison.
Survived by children, Pamela Owens (Allen), Billy Ingle (Janet),...
