Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Sep 22, 2022

Sherry Gail Breeden, 68 of Knoxville, gained her angel wings Thursday September 22, 2022. Sherry was kind spirited and had a big heart. She was Nana to many, and she raised a village. Sherry is preceded in death by her parents, James Taylor, Elizabeth & Tandy Summers, Daughter, Lisa Napier, grandson, Kaine Breeden; brothers, Jimmy Taylor, Danny Taylor and Darrell...

Sep 21, 2022

Rose “Juanita” Smith Courtney (96) entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 21, 2022. She was born January 30, 1926, in Knoxville, TN, to Ed and Victoria (Moore) Smith. She graduated from Knoxville High School in 1944. In 1946, Juanita met the love of her life, Paul “Bud” Courtney. They were married on...

Sep 21, 2022

Marion Clemons Allan Rusch, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away Sept. 21, 2022, in Knoxville. It was on her 83rd birthday. She was born in Mississippi to Harvey and Ottis Graves and grew up primarily in Winter Haven, Florida. She moved to Knoxville in 1985 after raising her family of four in Morristown, TN. Many in Knoxville...

Sep 21, 2022

Kenneth Eugene Carmon, age 63 of Knoxville, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. Kenneth was of the Baptist faith. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing at Concord Park on Fort Loudoun Lake. Preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Charlotte Carmon; brother, Jerry Carmon; sister, Gail Carmon; grandparents, Fred and Mattie Smith...

Sep 21, 2022

There is no obituary at this time. All arrangements are under the direction of Mynatt Funeral Home, Halls Chapel. Online condolences be left at Mynattfh.com

Sep 21, 2022

After overcoming multiple obstacles with his health Thomas Charles Scott III passed away September 21, 2022. Thomas (Tom) met Pamela Smiddy (Pam) on Valentine's Day 1988 and the two married later that year. Tom was an amazing and wonderful husband; he and Pam have loved and supported each other through 34 years of marriage. Tom was a devoted and selfless...

Sep 20, 2022

Brenda Kay McNeal, age 72, of Powell, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at Sacred Ground Hospice House. Brenda loved the Lord and had a heart of gold; she was always more concerned for others than herself. She loved managing and caring for the residents of Impala Mobile Home Park. Preceded in death by her parents and several siblings...

Sep 20, 2022

Cody Joseph Goan, age 29 of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022. Cody graduated from Fulton High School, and he loved playing basketball. It was his dream. Cody is preceded in death by his father Mark Goan. Cody is Survived by his mother, Rebecca Goan; siblings, Chris (Jackie) Weaver, Drew (Wendy) Weaver and Matthew (Rebeca) Weaver; nephews, Tyler...

Sep 20, 2022

Patricia Darlene (Ward) Hickson passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at Parkwest Medical Center. She is preceded in death by husband, David Hickson; parents, William and Lucy Ward; siblings, Ronnie Ward, Bill Ward, Sam Ward and Mary Byrd. She is survived by children, Ryan Hickson and Travis Hickson (Jennifer); grandchildren, Brooklyn Hickson, Laryn Hickson and Bailey Crittenden; great grandson,...

Sep 20, 2022

Harold Timothy Ensor, age 96 of Knoxville, TN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 20, 2022. He was born and raised in the Beaumont community of Knoxville. Harold was a Seaman First Class United States Navy Gunner who served in WWII and fought in the European and Pacific theaters. He retired as a Sergeant from the University of Tennessee Police...

Sep 20, 2022

Nora Buffy-Marie Vick, age 51, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022. She is preceded by her son, Samuel Strader, and her parents, Robert and Darlene Vick. She is survived by her children, Jordan (Lauren) Wilson, Nora (Cameron) Vick, Paige Strader; grandchildren, Kaylyn Vick, Sam Strader, Maddie Wilson, Makenna, Hunter Messer, Skyanna, A’Myia Strader, Navaeh, and MaJor Foster; siblings, Robert...

Sep 19, 2022

Sep 18, 2022

James Howard Vandergriff, born on April 3rd, 1992, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 18th, 2022. James had a loving heart for all people he met. James attended Pond Gap Elementary, Northwest Middle and West High schools before moving to Chicago, IL. James worked hard and became a manager at O’Reilly’s Auto Parts Store,...

Sep 17, 2022

Larry Marshall Lay born September 22, 1953 went home to eternally be with our Lord and Savior on September 17, 2022. He is forever reunited with his parents James and Dorris Lay whom he loved dearly. He leaves behind many who will now love him from a distance, until we meet again. Loving and devoted wife of 48 years, Patricia....

Sep 17, 2022

Billie Jean Dills, age 52 of Rutledge, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at her home. She was a member of Black Oaks Heights Baptist Church. She was a dental assistant for many years. She was a big animal lover and gardener. She is preceded in death by her parents; Bill and Flossie LaForlette, and nephew; Johnathan Starkey....

Sep 16, 2022

Lisa Carol Banks, age 54, of Knoxville passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 16, 2022 at home. She is preceded in death by her father, Harold Pyatt and mother Linda Walker Kivett. Lisa was a wonderful homemaker and a member of St. Albert the Great. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 30 years, Ray Banks; children, Brittany...

Sep 16, 2022

Timothy Morgan age 72 of Louisville, Tn. passed away Friday, September 16, 2022 at his home. He was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran. Preceded in death by his parents; Doyle and Ernestine Morgan. Survivors; son, Sam Morgan. Grandson; Carter Morgan and granddaughter; Dovie Hatfield. Sister; Donna Tallerdy, Brothers; Joseph Holt and Gary Taylor. Several nieces and nephews. Family and friends...

Sep 16, 2022

Virginia (Burns) Barger, age 91 of Fountain City, passed away suddenly Friday, September 16, 2022 at home. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by parents, H. R. and Elva Burns; son, Raymond Barger Jr.; and grandson, Matthew Barger. Survivors, husband of 73 years, Raymond Barger Sr.; daughter, Cynthia Barger; Daughter-in-law; Donna Barger; grandson, Bradley (Ashley) Barger; great...

Sep 16, 2022

Helen Gentry Longmire, born August 4, 1923, to Steiner and Lizzie Gentry, went home to be with her Lord Friday evening, September 16, 2022. Helen and her husband, Buford, were active and faithful members of Central Baptist Church of Fountain City since 1948 and made many lifelong friendships there. Many may remember Helen working for First Presbyterian Church as the...

Sep 15, 2022

Virginia Mae Haynes Walker Ezell of Fort Myers, Florida passed away peacefully on September 15, 2022 at the age of 88. Virginia graduated from Sevier County High School in 1952. She then worked as a secretary at Blue Diamond Coal Company in Knoxville, Tennessee. After graduating from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration she...