Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Wanda Lee Graham Oaks
Sep 21, 2024
Wanda Lee Graham Oaks age 78, of Maynardville, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024. She was a long-time member of Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church. She was the most devoted, kind, and loving mother and NiNi to her family. She was the hardest working, selfless, dedicated Christian woman to her family and all who knew her. The last several...
Velva Dollie Rhodes Irwin
Sep 20, 2024
Velva Dollie Rhodes Irwin, of Knoxville, died peacefully of natural causes at the age of 96, on Friday, September 20, 2024. She entered the world at home on Liberty Street, Knoxville, TN., early in the morning of December 30, 1927. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lavada Dalton Rhodes, her father, John Dusty Rhodes, sisters: Maxine Rhodes Grammer,...
Rev. Frank Jimmy Moore
Sep 20, 2024
Rev. Frank Jimmy Moore, age 81 of Knoxville, transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home on September 20, 2024. He was born in Dandridge, TN to Frank and Essie Moore. He served 4 years in the Air Force and then had a short career in finance before giving his life to Jesus and accepting the call to share the gospel. He...
Julio Rodriguez Rodriguez
Sep 19, 2024
Julio Arnoldo Rodelin Rodriguez Rodriguez, edad 30 de Guatemala fallecio el 19 de Septiembre 2024.
Amigos y familia estan invitados a acompañar la familia al velorio el 29 de Septiembre 2024 de 12:00 PM a 6:00 PM en Mynatt Funeral Home la capilla de Fountain City.
Carl Edward Emge
Sep 19, 2024
Carl Edward Emge, age 96 of Powell, TN went to be with the Lord and his precious Ruby on Thursday, September 19, 2024, with his family by his side. He was a graduate of Halls High School, Class of 1948. Carl was a longtime member of Fair Havens Baptist Church since 1949 where he served as Deacon, Sunday School teacher,...
Earl Wayne Deaver
Sep 17, 2024
Earl Wayne Deaver, age 81 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. He was a longtime member of Alice Bell Baptist Church, but had recently been attending Buffat Heights Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a member of the Teamsters Union #519.
Preceded in death by his loving...
Thomas "Tom" Jackson Lewis
Sep 17, 2024
Thomas Jackson “Tom” Lewis, born June 6th 1946 and passed from this earthly world on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at his home surrounded by family, friends, and church members after a prolonged period of sickness. Tom was born to Gomer and Tennessee Florence Lewis in Chattanooga, Tennessee and proudly grew up in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee. Tom graduated from Soddy Daisy...
Jeffery Allen Petress
Sep 17, 2024
Jeffery Allen Petress went to be with Jesus on September 17, 2024 after a series of health challenges. He passed away peacefully at home in Powell, Tennessee, surrounded by family, just as he had wished, at the age of 54. Jeff was a devoted Clinical Operations Manager (RN, BSN) at Tennova - North Knoxville Medical Center, where he dedicated his...
Rayne Elizabeth Cooper
Sep 16, 2024
Rayne Elizabeth Cooper, age 17 of Powell, passed away September 16, 2024. She enjoyed fishing, swimming, collecting anime, playing video games, listening to music, horseback riding, being with friends and family. She was interested in wolves and hoped to one day work closely with them at a wolf reserve. Rayne was also interested in anything paranormal, supernatural, or occult. Preceded...
Evelyn Pace Robins
Sep 16, 2024
Evelyn Pace Robins age 85, of Pigeon Forge, formerly of Knoxville passed away Monday, September 16, 2024. She was born February 25, 1939 in Newport New, VA., to the late Levi and Evelyn Robins. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She was also preceded in death by her brother, E.H. Robins. Evelyn is survived by her brother,...
Linda Ellsworth
Sep 15, 2024
Linda Ellsworth passed away peacefully on September 15,2024 surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. She's finally pain free and in heaven with her son.
Linda was born July 25, 1958. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Shirley Janey, and her son Gary Ellsworth II.
She is survived by her husband Gary Ellsworth I of 43...
William Wallace "Wally" Miller, Jr.
Sep 15, 2024
William Wallace "Wally" Miller, Jr. age 70 of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was employed at Halls Motor Products and he had served on the Epilepsy Foundation Board of Directors. Wally was an avid woodworker and NASCAR Fan. Preceded in death by his father; William W. Miller, Sr. Survivors; wife...
Jackie "Jack" E. Stinnett
Sep 15, 2024
Jackie E. Stinnett Jr. “Jack” passed away at home on September 15, 2024. Junior was an avid Vol and NASCAR fan, he loved spending time with his family and being a help to everyone in need. He was a man of few words, he said what he meant and meant what he said. He brought a smile and laugh to...
Penny Darlene Hill
Sep 15, 2024
Penny Darlene Hill, 71, passed away on September 15, 2024.
Mynatt Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Carole B. Gorman
Sep 15, 2024
Carole B. Gorman, age 61, of Powell died peacefully at home on Sunday, September 15, 2024. She faithfully followed and trusted Jesus Christ through each day of her life. Carole was a devoted wife of 38 years. She was a patient and loving mother. She was a fun loving “YaYa”. She was a devoted teacher at Powell Elementary and was...
Janie Newman
Sep 14, 2024
Polly Jane Newman, age 73, born April 21, 1951, in Letcher, KY, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in Knoxville, TN. Janie was a beloved member of her community, known for her warmth and kindness. She spent her life nurturing relationships with family and friends, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by...
Jackie Wayne Brooks
Sep 14, 2024
Jackie “Wayne” Brooks died September 14, 2024. He was of Baptist faith. He loved working on cars and helping people. He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth Smith and Grandmother Verda Brooks. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Teresa Leigh Brooks; children, David Brooks (Paige), John Thomas Brooks, Derek Brooks, Jackie Brooks (Leah Moses), and...
Jerry Lynn Shinlever
Sep 14, 2024
Jerry Lynn Shinlever, Sr. age 43 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Preceded in death by father, Gary Lynn Brooks; uncles, James Edward Shinlever and Charles Edward Shinlever; grandparents, Bobby Brooks, Helen and Charles Shinlever. Survivors; son, Jerry Lynn Shinlever, Jr.; mother, Jeannie Marie Arnold; sisters, Brandy Arnold and Regina George (Michael); brother, Daniel Ray Arnold...
Joseph "Joe" Leonard Brewer
Sep 14, 2024
Joseph (Joe) Brewer age 82 of Fountain City, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024 . Joe worked for First Tennessee Bank for over 40 years. He was a proud Central High School Alumni. Joe loved going to Daytona Beach and was a huge supporter of The University of Tennessee Sports. He was preceded in death by parents, Eva Raines Brewer...
Robert "Bob" L. Worsham
Sep 13, 2024
Robert L. (Bob) Worsham, age 80, went to be with the Lord September 13, 2024. He was a loving husband, dad, and Pap. He leaves behind his wife Carolyn; sons Darin (Samantha) Worsham and Rodney (Neoma) Kiser; grandkids Jordann (Chase) Scarbrough, Megann Kiser, Jonathan Kiser, Caleigh Worsham, Dilynn Worsham, Alexis Butler, Brooke Hines, Briella Scarbrough, Kassy Sawyer (her children Lana,...
