Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Brenda Whitsell
Jun 4, 2023
Brenda Sue Whitsell, of Heiskell, went home on Sunday, June 4, 2023. She was a wonderful wife of 57 years, a terrific mother of 2 boys, and an outstanding person. Brenda loved God and her family fiercely.
Survived by husband, Ed Whitsell; sons, Joseph Whitsell, Daniel Whitsell; daughter, Sam Bolden; sisters, Janice Hankla, Deborah Hawkins, Rosanna Luttrell; brother, Phillip...
Isaac "Laughter" Wilson
Jun 3, 2023
Walter Isaac ‘laughter” Wilson, age 49 of Knoxville, went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Jr. Collins; brother, Abram Wilson; paternal grandparents, Dottie and Dewy Wilson; maternal grandmother, Betty Collins. He is survived by his parents, Debbie Segars and Ronnie Wilson; brother, Lucas Wilson. Isaac has left...
Gary Wilbanks
Jun 3, 2023
Roger Wilbanks, age 72 of Knoxville, received his Heavenly wings on Saturday June 3rd
2023. Gary loved being on the lake, being in his garden and riding his motorcycle.
Preceded in death by parents Jodie and
Charles Wilbanks
Survived by wife of 51 years Jane Margaret
Wilbanks, sisters Vicki Wilbanks and Martie Curtis, brother Wayne Wilbanks.
Services at the...
Clara Keith
Jun 3, 2023
Keith, Clara Jean Ellis age 90 passed away on June 3rd 2023 at Creekview Nursing Home. Clara is Preceded in death by husband, James W Keith, children Ronnie, Larry, Julia, Shelia and Gary. Parents Roy L Ellis and Frances Ellis Bowerman, Brothers Roy and Junie Ellis, Sisters Mary Anne Russell, Charlotte Ellis and Gertrude Childress. Leaving Behind Sisters...
Marcus "Mark" Burleson
Jun 2, 2023
Marcus D. “Mark” Burleson, age 75 of Powell, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 2nd, 2023. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the Navy. Retired from PBR Inc. Mark loved fishing more than anything and also loved sports.
Preceded in death by mother, Betty (Ray) Turner; father, William Burleson; sister, Marilyn Burleson; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Walker and...
Elizabeth (Libby) Ann Miller
Jun 2, 2023
Elizabeth “Libby” Ann Miller June 11, 1952 – June 2, 2023Libby Miller was our living miracle, our ambassador, and our guidepost. She received the most valuable player award at every family reunion. Her gift of remembering a voice and a face reflected her intense love of people, puppies, babies, and Mickey Mouse. Once she met you, you were always a...
Vaughn McNeill McCoy
Jun 2, 2023
Vaughn Mcneill McCoy, age 88 of Knoxville, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023. He was a devout Jehovah’s Witness for 50 years. Preceded in death by wife; Alice McCoy. Survived by son; Gregg McCoy; daughter in law, Marty McCoy.
Family and friends will meet at Greenwood Cemetery, June 14, for an 11:00AM Graveside Service. In lieu of flowers...
Revana Sanders Archer
Jun 2, 2023
Revana Sanders Archer, age 88 of Heiskell, passed away peacefully at home Friday, June 2nd, 2023. Revana was a long-time member at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. She loved traveling, square dancing, and pitching horse shoes. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carson Archer; parents, Clarence and Margaret Ann Ezell Sanders; son, Ronnie Archer; five sisters; granddaughter, Kristi Daniels....
Kasey Nicole Byrd
Jun 1, 2023
Kasey Nicole Byrd age 31 of Blaine, Tn passed away suddenly Thursday, June 1, 2023 while vacationing in Panama City Beach, Florida. She was a member of Lea Springs Baptist Church, Blaine, Tn. Kasey had a huge love for animals and enjoyed outdoor activities. Preceded in death by father, Johnny Jacob Byrd, III, grandparents, Virginia and Wiley Marshall; uncle,...
Henry John Bannen
May 30, 2023
Henry J. Bannen, 86, Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Pine Knoll Shores and Morehead City, NC for 29 years, died on May 30, 2023.
Henry was born on July 25, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA. He moved to Boston, MA where he went to secondary school. Henry graduated from Boston University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Henry served in the...
Barbara Ann Rutherford
May 30, 2023
Barbara Ann (Rowland) Rutherford, age 70, of Fountain City passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 30, 2023. She graduated from Young High School in 1970. She was a devoted wife mother and nana. She enjoyed shopping and talking on the phone.
Preceded in death by parents Lyle and Nell Rowland, Dan (dog) Rutherford who passed away December 29, 2022....
Debra Ann Bayles
May 30, 2023
Debra "Debbie" Ann Bayles, age 66 of Knoxville passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. She loved her dogs, Ranger, Bullet and Max. Debbie is preceded in death by her parents Tom and Sarah Davis. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Rick Bayles and sister-in-law, Barbara Ezell. There will be no services held at this time....
Marjorie Holbert
May 29, 2023
Marjorie Holbert went to be with Jesus in Heaven after 83 years on Earth. She was preceded in death by her husband William (Tommy) of more than 60 years. She leaves her son Keith (Cecilia) and daughter Tina as well as a granddaughter and two great grandkids. Marjorie first worked as a seamstress for Standard Knitting Mills....
David C. Staley
May 28, 2023
David Carroll Staley (Pap), age 64 of Luttrell, TN, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023, at Park West Medical Center surrounded by his family.
David proudly served in the U.S. Army for 4 years. David was employed at Lafollette Housing and a member of Mountain View Church of God, and was attending Crossroads Church of God.
Preceded in...
Crystal Elane Cummings
May 26, 2023
Crystal Elane Cummings, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend to many, unexpectedly passed away on Friday May 26th.
Crystal is survived by her mother Sheila Cummings, her father Harlan Cummings, her son Cody Cummings and daughter-in-law Nicole, her son Cory Cummings and her daughter-in-law Becca, her grandchildren Jason and Everett, and her partner Derrek Meres. It is with a bittersweet conviction...
Ricky Lewis
May 26, 2023
Ricky Lynn Lewis age 54 passed away peacefully at UT Hospital Friday May 26, 2023. He was a well known painter by trade.
He is preceded in death by his Mother Brenda K. McNeal, grandmother Hazel Walsh, grandparents Ben & Leona Lewis, grandson Bryson Hoover. Uncles Carl Lewis, J. T. White, Dennis Dunn. Nephew Jason Lewis.
He...
Tabitha Morgan Jones
May 26, 2023
Tabitha Morgan Cunningham Jones, age 34, went to be with the Lord Friday, May 26, 2023. She enjoyed spending her time gardening. She was very witty, creative, passionate, and an artistic person. She was a blessing to her family and loved her children dearly. Her laugh and smile will always be remembered.
She was preceded in death by grandfathers...
Brandy Marie Morgan
May 26, 2023
Brandy Marie Morgan, age 31, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023. She loved being with her friends and family. She had a heart of gold. She was preceded in death by beloved mother, Lisa Yvonne Helmick; cousin, Cierra Matthews; and grandfather Ralph Atkins. She is survived by loving children, Jakharri and Braylynn; grandmother, Peggy Atkins; aunts, Misty, Christy, and Dana;...
Ernesto Eliseo Vigil
May 26, 2023
Ernesto E. Vigil, age 75, of Maynardville, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 at North Knoxville Medical Center.
He was an ordained minister who loved preaching the gospel. Ernest was a Veteran of the United States Army.
He was preceded in death by parents, Jose and Celia Vigil; grandson, Trevel Jordan; siblings, JR Vigil, Louise Vigil, Rudy Vigil,...
Matthew Dean Cantrell
May 24, 2023
Matthew Dean Cantrell, age 37 of Knoxville, TN died unexpectedly on May 24th, 2023. He is preceded in death by his father; Jeffery E. Cantrell, Father in law; Mike Milks, Grandparents; Ray Nell Stewart and C.N. Buddy Crockett, Rita Tindell.He is survived by his wife; Lori Cantrell, Children; Gavin, Blaine, Keegan Cantrell; Mother; Nan Cantrell, Siblings; Nick (Tiffany and Audrey...
