Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Jimmie Lee Collins
Sep 19, 2023
Jimmie Lee Collins, 80, of Powell, TN, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2023, in Norris, TN. He was born January 25, 1943, in Claxton. He ran the Claxton Gulf Station for years, then moved to the Clinton Exxon. He also ran a local wrecker service and then worked for Clinton Hwy Wrecker Service alongside his good friend, Rick Carnes. He...
Terry Ray Myers
Sep 19, 2023
Terry Ray Myers, born January 8, 1974 - September 19, 2023, age 49, died peacefully at home Tuesday, September 19, 2023. He enjoyed being outdoors camping and fishing, and doing mechanical work. He was preceded in death by beloved parents, Ruth and Ray Myers; sister, Tammy Rector Bateman; and several aunts, uncles, and grandparents. He is survived by loving wife,...
Gina "Gigi" Kinsey Lokey
Sep 19, 2023
Gina "Gigi" Kinsey Lokey age 48 of Knoxville went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Gigi loved her God given family and her chosen recovery family. The highlight of her day was to FaceTime with her "boogabutt", grandson, Isaiah. She declared daily, "Eric is my love, Jesus is Lord." Gigi loved to...
Vera Mae Beckner
Sep 18, 2023
Vera Mae Howard Beckner, age 87, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 18, 2023. She was a faithful member of Branville Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Beckner; parents, Cicero and Anna Howard; sister, Betty Carr; brothers, Bud, Jimmy and Carl Edward Howard; great grandbaby, Winter.
She is survived by her son...
David Mark Wayland
Sep 18, 2023
David Mark Wayland, age 67, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Chad and Fredda Wayland; brother, John Wayland.
He is survived by several cousins, relatives and friends; and also a special angel in David's life, Ruth Wayland, who has been his special caregiver.
Family and friends will meet on Monday, September...
Roy Richard Moon
Sep 17, 2023
Roy Richard Moon – The man. The life. The legend.
Richard Moon was a loving husband and father, who passed on September 17, 2023, at the age of 80. Born and raised in Knoxville, he was a graduate of Carter High School class of 1961, and went on to serve as a combat medic in the US Army from 1961-1964....
Sherman Anderson Morton
Sep 17, 2023
Sherman Anderson Morton, Sr. “Sammy” age 92 of Corryton went home Sunday, September 17, 2023. He was a member of Fountain City United Methodist Church and the Christian Homebuilders Sunday School Class. Sherman was employed by Y-12 as a machinist then a planner/estimator of over 38 years. The greatest joy for him was taking crippled and burned children to...
Patricia Ann Ellis
Sep 17, 2023
Patricia Ann Ellis of Knoxville went to be with our Lord and Savior, on September 17, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents Leslie Vernon Knight, Sr. and Goldie Thurman Knight, brother L.V. Knight, Jr. and sisters Helen Corum, Elizabeth Carnes, and M. Christine Wright. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Carl Ray Ellis, sons...
Gracie Lennore Nicely
Sep 16, 2023
Gracie Lennore Nicely, age 92, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully September 16, 2023. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Hubert Nicely, and son Stevie Nicely, parents Willie & Mollie Brown, brothers, Lon, Neal, Wayne, and Glen Brown, sister, Cleo Nicely, great-grandson Hunter Cole Richard. She is...
Clifford Eugene Irick
Sep 16, 2023
Clifford Eugene Irick, fondly known as “Blackie” of Halls Crossroads, Born April 5, 1934went to sleep and woke up in the arms of Jesus, at 89 years young on, Saturday, September 16, 2023.
Clifford was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Florence (Hensley) Irick of Maynardville, the love of his life-his wife of 67 years, Norma Katherine (Meyers)...
Don G. Lett
Sep 16, 2023
Don G. Lett, loving husband, father, papaw, and friend, age 98, born (09/13/1925-09/16/2023). Class of ’43 graduate of Central High School. U.S. Navy Veteran. Retired from KUB after 48 years in the Electrical Engineering Department. He was a long-time member of Gillespie Ave. Baptist Church, where he served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher, Deacon, and sang in the church...
Ashli Foster Tapp
Sep 15, 2023
Ashli Foster Tapp age 43 of Lenior City passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 15, 2023. She graduated from Fountain Fort Carson High School in Colorado. She loved people, life and always had a smile on her face. She loved basketball, camping and loved the outdoors. Preceded in death by husband, Sean Tapp. Suvivors; children, Aaron Tapp, Jaedon, Alyssa and...
Charlotte Lynette Miller
Sep 15, 2023
Charlotte Lynette Lovell Miller passed away peacefully after a long illness on September 15th 2023 in the evening at Sacred Ground Hospice.
Charlotte owned and operated her own hair salon for 30 years in the Millertown Community, where she made lots of lifelong friends and clients. She loved her family, Music, Shopping, and God.
Preceded in death by her...
Jerry Clay Walker
Sep 15, 2023
Rev. Jerry C. Walker, age 62 of Knoxville went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Friday, September 15, 2023. A devoted member and ordained deacon and minister of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He was many things to many people, a Sunday school teacher, an avid sports enthusiast, a football coach, loved all music, someone who was loved...
Howard Ray Lumpkin, II
Sep 14, 2023
Howard R. Lumpkin, age 58, of Knoxville Tennessee, passed away in his sleep on September 14, 2023.
Preceded in death his mother, Jo Ann Lumpkin.
Howard is survived by his children whom he loved dearly, Heather Lumpkin, Howard Ray Lumpkin, III and Lyndsey Lumpkin and Leo Lumpkin; grandchildren, Logan and Athena Lumpkin; father, Howard R. Lumpkin, I,; sister,...
Joshua Alberts
Sep 14, 2023
“If I had a single flower for every time I think about you, I could walk forever in my garden.” -Claudia Ghandi Joshua was one of the most hard-working men you could ever know. Despite all the obstacles of life, he remained true to himself. He was one of a kind and we will hold him in our hearts forever.
Shirley Joann Bennett
Sep 14, 2023
Shirley Joann Bennett, age 88 of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Tennova Turkey Creek. She was a member of Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church for many years. She retired from Silver Furniture Company. Preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Bennett. Survived by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Family and friends will meet at 12:45pm...
Harold Edward Barber
Sep 14, 2023
Harold Edward Barber, age 90 of Knoxville, passed away September 14, 2023. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church of Halls. He was an army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a very happy and compassionate person, who was deeply loved by his family, church family, and friends. Harold was a patron of the Knoxville Zoo...
Robert James Blanchard IV
Sep 13, 2023
Robert James Blanchard IV, age 21 of Powell, TN passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
He was an incredibly talented mechanic; everyone knew who to ask for help. Even at a young age, he was fixing lawn mowers and vehicles for his family and neighbors. He was also creative and used his artistic talent to create Christmas tree ornaments...
Clarence Eugene Godfrey Jr.
Sep 13, 2023
Clarence Eugene Godfrey Jr., age 71 of Knoxville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
Preceded in death by Parents, Clarence Godfrey Sr. and Rosie Godfrey as well as eleven of his brothers and sisters. Daughter- Michelle Edwards, Granddaughter- Whitney Godfrey, Ex wife- Rebecca Edwards
Survived by his son, Johnny Godfrey; daughters, Brenda Smith and Sarah Jenkins; grandchildren, Katelyn,...
