Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
David C. Munsey Sr.
Apr 29, 2023
David Clay Munsey Sr., age 88, joined his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 29, 2023. He was a member of Emory Valley Baptist Church and firm in his faith. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. He retired from South Central Bell after 30 years of service. He was Past Master and 50 year...
Doris Ann Johnson
Apr 29, 2023
Surrounded by her loving family and friends Doris Ann Johnson went to be with the Lord and her loving Husband, Ralph Johnson, on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the age of 69.
Doris or “Granny” was born on November 2nd, 1953 in Knoxville TN, to Linda Lowery and Willie Foust.
Doris had a love for helping others, which she...
Alyssa Marie Collins
Apr 29, 2023
Alyssa Marie Collins, age 13, went to be with the Lord Saturday, April 29, 2023. She was outgoing and loved life to the fullest, she enjoyed playing badminton, swimming, dancing, shopping, starbucks coffee, takis, being around her family, nana and papa, siblings, furbabies, and friends, and was a daddy’s girl. She was preceded in death by beloved grandparents Sherry...
Patricia "Pat" Williams
Apr 29, 2023
Patricia “Pat” Williams, age 75 of Knoxville, went to her heavenly home at 6:17am on April 29, 2023. She was of the Baptist faith and retired from St. Mary’s Hospital as a PBX Operator. Pat enjoyed hearing a spiffy tune. Preceded in death by parents Herbert and Mary Lee Hensley. Survived by loving husband of 52 years Wayne Williams, daughters...
Franklin Joel Ordoñez Paredes
Apr 28, 2023
Franklin Joel Ordoñez Paredes, edad 29, de Choluteca, Honduras fallecio el Viernes, 28 de Abril 2023. La familia va recibir familia y amigo de 12:00 PM a 2:00 PM el Domigo,7 de Mayo 2023 para velar a Franklin en Fuente de Vida Iglesia de Dios obicado en 2860 Parkway Unit 3207, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. A las 2:00 PM se...
Gertrude Elenore Childress
Apr 28, 2023
Gertrude Childress, 88, of Knoxville, TN, passed away peacefully on April 28th at Sacred Ground Hospice House. She is preceded in death by husbands, Wayne Cassady Sr., Bobby Childress, son, Allen Childress, sister, Mary Ann Waller, and brothers, Roy and Junie Ellis. She will be greatly missed by sons, Wayne (Amy) Cassady Jr. of Kilgore, Tx, Wesley (Leiya) Cassady, and daughter, Shannon...
William Lloyd Derreberry
Apr 28, 2023
William Lloyd Derreberry, age 48 of Knoxville, suddenly passed away after a long illness on April 28, 2023. He greatly enjoyed tinkering with and flying his drones and helicopters. He was an avid animal lover who loved to spend his time at the beach. He cherished the time he spent at car shows with his dad and his brother.He is...
Douglas Eugene Best
Apr 27, 2023
Douglas Best, age 63 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 27, 2023. He was a wonderful father and a great grandfather.
He is preceded in death by the mother of his children, Traci Best; girlfriend of many years, Donna Hannah; brother, Mike Allen; and parents, Eugene and Betty Jo Best.
He is survived by...
Christy Yevette Tiller
Apr 27, 2023
Christy Yevette Tiller, age 54, of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023.She loved crafting, her family and pets. Christy graduated from Grainger County High School in 1986 before going to Draugons Jr. College to get her associates degree in business. Preceded in death by mother, Phyllis Worley; aunt, Sanda Gaylon; father, Tony Parks; brother, Darren Parks. Survived by...
Harry Edward Cameron
Apr 27, 2023
Harry E. Cameron born on January 12, 1960 passed away suddenly at home on April 27, 2023.
He was preceded in death by parents; Victor and Barbara Cameron, brother; George Cameron; step-daughter; Cara Adams, and niece; Ashley Cameron. Survived by wife; Ginger Cameron, brother; Dan Cameron, sister; Sue Cameron Phillips, stepsons; Chuck ( Karen) Wright, Christopher Wright, grandchildren;...
Howard Cooper
Apr 26, 2023
Howard Cooper left this walk of life on April 26th, 2023. Howard was a truck driver by trade and enjoyed nothing more than being in his truck, and being on the road. He was proceeded in death by his father, Howard Cooper, Sr. and his mother, Ethel Mcharge. He is survived by his daughter, Melissa Mantooth and his sister Ramona...
William "Billy" Strawbridge
Apr 26, 2023
William “Billy” Strawbridge, age 69, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Billy was a jack of all trades, lover of Nascar, wrestling, and tools.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Martha Koonce; father, James Strawbridge; siblings, Sarah, Jeffrey, and Patty Strawbridge,
William is survived by his wife, Jamie Strawbridge; daughters, Tabitha...
Jay Terry Minor
Apr 26, 2023
Jay Terry Minor age 78 of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on April 26, 2023. He was a Vietnam Veteran of the United States Navy. He retired from Alcoa with 32 years of service and member of the Alcoa 25 year club. He is preceded in death by wife Linda J Minor, parents Fred and Rubye Minor, brother Gary...
John W. Fariss
Apr 25, 2023
John W. Fariss, age 65 of Knoxville, passed away April 25, 2023. He attended St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents Wayne and Betty Fariss. Survived by loving wife Jean Fariss, sons Kristopher (Tanessa) Fariss and Stephen (Abbey)...
Allan Logan
Apr 25, 2023
Allan Logan, age 74, passed peacefully into heaven on Tuesday April 25, 2023. He was a member of Central Baptist Church of Fountain city. He was a proud fifty-five year member of Union Sheet Metal Workers Local 5. He loved life whether it was fishing, golfing, or playing croquet. He was full of laughter and always ready to tell a...
John Morgan Burka
Apr 25, 2023
John Morgan Burka (1928-2023) went to Glory on April 25, 2023. He fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith. There is laid up for him a crown of righteousness, as promised in 2 Timothy 4:7-8.
John was born in Dayton, TN, January 17, 1928 to John Francis Burka and Melrose Cunnyngham Burka. He graduated from Knoxville...
Cassandra Renee Chittum
Apr 25, 2023
Cassandra Renee Chittum age 63 of East Knoxville passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at U. T. Medical Center. She was a christian and an employee of East Towne Walmart. Her greatest pleasure in life was her "furbabies" and her family. She was a very hard working person in life. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gene Allen...
David Lee Dees
Apr 24, 2023
David L. Dees, age 69 of Knoxville, Tennessee born November 24, 1953, passed away at Beverly Park on April 24, 2023. David worked at The University of Tennessee Library. He graduated from Halls High School class of 1971. David also graduated from University of Tennessee with a Master in science and bachelors of art. David loved putting models together. David...
Richard Edward Clapp
Apr 24, 2023
Richard Edward Clapp, born May 31, 1944, passed peacefully into heaven on Monday, April 24, 2023, at The Pointe at Lifespring. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, serving as a Specialist 5 Heavy Equipment Operator with the 169th Combat Engineers in Fort Stewart, Georgia, Okinawa Japan, and South Vietnam. He was a highly decorated serviceman, receiving several...
Sherril Franklin Coker
Apr 24, 2023
Coker, Sherril Franklin – at age 81, Sherril went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. Sherril was a veteran of the United States Army, retired from Rhom and Haas, and proudly served as a Chaplain for the Knoxville Police Department. Most importantly,...
