Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Joshua Lynn Nelson
Jul 24, 2023
Joshua Lynn Nelson, age 34 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 24, 2023. Joshua leaves behind his mother, Bobbie Nelson of Maynardville; father, Ricky Nelson of Knoxville; brother, Johnathan Nelson of Knoxville. The family will be holding private services for Joshua. In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to Mynatt Funeral Home on behalf...
Robert "Gene" Stafford
Jul 24, 2023
2 Timothy 4:7- “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I havekept the faith.”Robert “Gene” Eugene Stafford, age 82, passed away on July 24, 2023. Hewas born December 24, 1940 at the old General Hospital in Knoxville, TN. He was a member of Northshore Fellowship Church of God. Gene married Margie (Key)Stafford on December 24, 1960....
Michael Shaun Thomas
Jul 24, 2023
Michael “Shaun” Thomas, age 44, of Knoxville, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, after a tragic motorcycle accident. He was born May 4, 1979, in Knoxville TN to Johnny and Jennifer Thomas. Shaun was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, leaving behind cherished memories for all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Shaun lived life to...
Conner Lynn Catlett
Jul 22, 2023
Conner Lynn Catlett, of Knoxville, gained his Heavenly Wings after he was tragically and suddenly taken on Saturday, July 22, 2023. Conner loved fishing, sports, hockey, the outdoors and everything at the lake. Conner went to Gibbs Middle School and was greatly loved there. His neighborhood family and hockey family have been greatly appreciated through this hard time. Conner is...
Clyde "Ray" Roberts Jr.
Jul 22, 2023
Roberts, Jr., Clyde Raymond “Ray," of Powell, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at his home surrounded by his beloved family. Ray was born on March 16, 1944 at Norfolk Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, VA.
Ray is preceded in death by his beloved sons, Mark Raymond and Joseph Daniel Roberts; brother, James Daniel Roberts; mother, Dorothy Willis;...
Sherry Hipsher
Jul 21, 2023
Sherry Hipsher. Age 65 of Knoxville, passed away on July 21, 2023. Sherry will be remembered as an amazing mother, a best friend to many, a bright light in any room. Someone who brought love, happiness, and positivity with her anywhere she went. She was employed for over 40 years at KUB and loved her work family. She also enjoyed cruising the Caribbean, loving animals,...
Elender Campbell Coile
Jul 21, 2023
Elender Campbell Coile age 86, of Knoxville passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023. She was a long-time member of Central Baptist Church in Fountain City.
She is preceded in death by her husband Charles H. Coile and parents Carlos and Reba Campbell. She is survived by her son Darren Coile and wife Amy of Luttrell, grandchildren; Michael and...
Larry "Papaw" Daniel Sr.
Jul 21, 2023
Larry “Papaw” Daniel, age 77 of Powell, TN passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023. He enjoyed fishing, crafts and spending time with his family. He attended Powell High School before getting a job at Rock Ten, Paper Box Company. He is preceded in death by his parents Emory and Louise Daniel; son, Larry Allen Daniel Jr.; sister, Linda...
Sara Plemmons Cashion
Jul 21, 2023
Sara Plemmons Cashion, age 66, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, July 21, 2023.
Before retirement, Sara worked in the medical profession as a billing clerk St. Mary’s Medical Center as well as Park West Hospital.
She is preceded in death by parents, Wilford and June Plemmons; brother, Scot Plemmons.
She is survived by husband of...
Roger Allen Potter
Jul 21, 2023
With deepest sorrow, we announce that Roger Allen Potter(Brother) age 57, our most beloved son, brother, friend, and inspiration, has passed away. Loved ones surrounded his hospital bedside as he passed on the evening of July 21, 2023. Brother was born in Knoxville on July 29, 1965. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Roger Franklin Potter...
Milford Paul Parnell
Jul 21, 2023
Milford Paul Parnell, age 91, of Knoxville (Halls Crossroads), passed away peacefully Friday, July 21, 2023. At the age of 18, he joined the Navy and was proud to serve during the Korean War. He was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church and actively served as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher for many years. He learned to...
James "Jim" Stuart Caldwell
Jul 20, 2023
In Loving Memory of Jim Stuart CaldwellWith heavy hearts, we announced the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and cherishedfriend, Jim. He departed this world on Thursday, July 20, 2023, but left behind an indelible mark on thelives of those who were fortunate enough to know him.Jim was a devoted husband. His unwavering love for his wife, two girls...
Wade Robert "Bob" Whiteside
Jul 20, 2023
Wade Robert 'Bob' Whiteside, 77, of Abbeville, husband of Yvonne Funderburk Nickles, died Thursday, July 20, 2023, at his home. He was born in Asheville, NC to Elizabeth Young Whiteside and the late Wade Burke Whiteside.
Throughout his life, Bob accomplished many things and touched the lives of those around him. After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Bob had...
Shirley Mae Fraser
Jul 19, 2023
Shirley Mae Fraser left this Earth on July 19, 2023, at the age of 73. Shirley was born on July 25th, 1949 in Pasadena, California. She moved with her family to Tennessee in 1993 and spent the last 30 years living and working in Knoxville and the surrounding areas. She enjoyed many years working at Dollywood, U.S. Cellular, and Direct...
Roy Lynn Hankins
Jul 19, 2023
Roy Lynn Hankins, age 95, of Knoxville. Passed away peacefully at his home in the early hours of Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Roy was a member of Riverdale Baptist Church and a member of the Plumber and Pipe Fitters Local #102. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Bertha Hankins; brothers, Vernon, Bun, Toad and Huston; sisters,...
Carolyn Denise Coats
Jul 18, 2023
Carolyn Denise Coats, age 56 of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. Carolyn loved making people smile by giving gifts and trinkets of her appreciation. Carolyn had a huge heart and never came across anyone she didn’t love. She is preceded in death by her parents, Billy Ray Sands and Annie-Mae Sands. Survived by her loving husband of 14...
Francis "Frank" Xavier Sommer III
Jul 18, 2023
Francis Xavier Sommer III, born October 22, 1958, and succumbed to a short and intense battle with cancer Tuesday, July, 18, 2023. Born in Barbourville, KY to Cy and Theo Sommer who preceded him in death. He began his life passionate about Boy Scouts and became an eagle scout at the age of 14. Graduate of Harriman High School in...
Roger Allen Watson
Jul 18, 2023
Roger Allen Watson, age 61, of Knoxville, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was a member of Salem Baptist Church and was employed by United Parcel Service (UPS) Roger served his country as a United States Marine for four years. Roger was preceded in death by his mother, Shelby Watson. He is survived by his father and step-mother, William “Buster”...
John Houston Dykes
Jul 18, 2023
John Houston Dykes, age 24 of Knoxville, was suddenly called home on July 18, 2023 after a hard fought crippling 2 ½ year battle with Long COVID. He was a beloved son to Jensi and Roger Dykes and brother to Caroline Dykes. John Houston was a gifted athlete who pursued field sports including baseball, travel soccer and ultimately rugby...
Linda Lou Hemphill
Jul 18, 2023
Linda Lou Hemphill, age 74 of Knoxville (Halls Crossroads, TN) went home to be with Jesus Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Billy Ray Hemphill. Linda was a member of of Emory Valley Baptist church. She is survived by her son, Larry (Jennifer) Hemphill; daughters, Becky (Norman) Stafford,...
