Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Penny Sherrod Cole
Feb 24, 2023
Penny Sherrod Cole, age 65, of Maryville formally of Blaine, went home to be with the Lord on February 24, 2023. Penny enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family. Penny was a CNA for 33 years. She loved caring for people. She is preceded in death by mother, Thelma Sherrod. She is survived by her father Jack (Loretta) Sherrod,...
Coy Maran Holbert
Feb 23, 2023
Coy Maran Holbert age 77, born August 14, 1945, of the Halls Community went home to be with the Lord, February 23, 2023. Coy retired from KUB with 26 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Sherman and Anna Holbert; sisters, Polly Miller and Jessie Melton; brothers, Bob and Richard Holbert. Survived by wife of 58 years, Karen Farmer...
Richard Elton Bock
Feb 22, 2023
On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, Richard Elton Bock, 57, went home to heaven from Knoxville, TN. He was loved by anyone who knew him; patients, friends, family, neighbors, and strangers. Richard lived his life with the purpose to bring others to God and show the light of heaven. As a physician’s assistant, he worked to provide his patients with the...
Hal Clyde Horner
Feb 22, 2023
Horner, Hal Clyde Jr. age 75, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 22 at University of Tennessee Medical Center, with his son by his side. Hal was a graduate of Fulton High School and a member of Faith Promise Church. He was retired from a long career in various positions in the construction industry, most recently as an...
John C. Stansberry
Feb 21, 2023
John "Johnny" Clifford Stansberry, Jr. went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. He enjoyed fishing, walking at the lake, spending time with his grandkids, playing with his dog, and talking to everyone. Preceded in death by wife, Gerrie Ann Stansberry; parents, John and Carolyn Stansberry. Survived by daughters, Noel Breen and Kimberly Williams; sons, Brian Stansberry,...
Marilyn S. Parker
Feb 20, 2023
Marilyn S. Parker, age 77 of Corryton, went to her heavenly home February 20, 2023. She was a great mother and Mamaw. Preceded in death by husband David Parker, parents Ethel Hammock and Frank Tharp, siblings Donald Tharpe, Vonda Epperson, Lawrence Tharp, Doyle Tharp, Carolyn Parker, and Juanita Camper. Survived by daughters Shona Parker and Amber (Walter) Talgo, special daughter...
Ronald G. Waugh
Feb 20, 2023
Ronald G Waugh, age 68 of Powell/ Maynardville passed away on February 20, 2023. Ron was of the Baptist faith and a graduate of Powell High School. He worked for 35+ years at the Knox County Highway Department, Sheriff’s Department and School system. He was a resource officer at Gibbs High School and Corryton Elementary. He loved his kids dearly....
Glen Edward Meridieth
Feb 20, 2023
Glen Edward Meridieth, age 86, passed away on February 20, 2023. He was born on September 13, 1936 to Ed and Mossie Meridieth. Glen was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by many. He was a member of Ridgedale Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Carl and Paul Ray;...
Walter M. Razler
Feb 20, 2023
Walter Michael Razler Jr. age, 79 of Philadelphia, PA, passed away February 20, 2023. Walter had a passion for nature and fishing. Survived by loving wife of 36 years, Fabiola Razler, daughters, Christine and Heather. Grandchildren, Jennifer, Joey, Michael, Matthew and Bentley. Sister, Elaine, niece and nephew, Angie and Michael. Best friend and cousin, Raymond. Precede in death by parents,...
Andrew Brevick
Feb 20, 2023
Andrew “Andy” Brevick, age 64, passed away and went home to be with his mom on February 20, 2023. He was accomplished Judo coach, and a creative man who loved working with tile. He enjoyed making people laugh. He is preceded in by his mother, Jane Brevick, and his father, Norman Brevick. He is survived by his daughter, Katrina Brevick;...
Laura Lee Bourff
Feb 20, 2023
On Monday, February 20, 2023, Laura Lee Bourff, loving wife, mother, and daughter, passed away at the age of 58. Laura was born on June 3, 1964, in Jacksonville, Florida to Columbus B. and Ruby Lee Sexton. Laura was a wonderful Mother to her only son, Michael. Laura loved her dogs, with her favorite being Brody, who will continue to...
Julia Marie Venearo
Feb 20, 2023
Julia Marie Venearo, age 21 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at Parkwest Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She was born February 26, 2001, at U.T. Medical Center. Julia went to Central High School. She was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Venearo. Julia is survived by her son, Jackson; mother, Courtney Mullins; grandmother,...
Edward Mack Cooper
Feb 19, 2023
Edward Mack Cooper, Sr., age 72 of Knoxville, went to be with his Lord and Savior in the morning hours of Sunday, February 19, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Eddie never wanted worldly things or fancy things. As long as he had a roof over his head, food to eat and his family was taken care of, he was...
Janet Battista
Feb 19, 2023
Janet Lynn Battista, age 69 of Knoxville, passed away on February 19, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. She was very active and loved hula hooping, photography, and art. Preceded in death by mother Evelyn Love, father Jesse Goins, sister Judy Killion. Survived by husband Jerry Battista, son Alex Battista, daughter Madison Battista, granddaughter Vivian Hall, son-in-law Tom Hall,...
Erma Lieb
Feb 19, 2023
Erma Lieb, age 87, of Olive Branch, Illinois, died Sunday, February 19, 2023. Erma enjoyed being in her garden in her spare time. She was preceded in death by her parents, Filbert and Ethel Thomas; siblings, Joe Thomas, Deb Thomas, Rosemary Lieb and Charles Allen Thomas; special friend, Elmer “Tug” Goske. She is survived by her beloved son, Michael (Stacie)...
Jordan Allen Rutherford
Feb 18, 2023
Jordan Allen Rutherford, age 35, of Knoxville, passed away on February 18, 2023 Jordan was born at UT Hospital on January 15th, 1988 to Robin Dukes and Tracy Rutherford in Knoxville. Jordan was a loving son, uncle, brother, and grandson. Jordan loved to fish, spend time with his family, draw, and share his art work with others.
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Ron Wayne Everett
Feb 18, 2023
Ron Wayne Everett, A.K.A. Ronnie, was a bright light in this dim world. His humor, laugh and smile were contagious. He always had a hobby to keep him busy when he wasn't busy at work or playing and being goofy with Noah. He taught Noah and I, Bridgett Everett (wife), something new and useful every day. He was brilliant, kind,...
James Monroe Smith
Feb 18, 2023
James Monroe Smith, age, 87 of Powell TN, son of Clara and Lee Smith, passed away February 18, 2023. James spent his lifetime in the Heiskell and Powell Tn communities. Graduated from Powell high school, where he was an outstanding basketball player. After 2 years of Army service, he began his carpentry career, retiring from Y-12 IN Oakridge Tn., James...
Robyn Troyer
Feb 18, 2023
Robyn Marie Troyer, 47, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Orrville, gained her angel wings on Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Knoxville. Robyn was born on November 28, 1975. She was a collector of postcards and stuff animals from claw games that she donated to the police department for the kids. Robyn is survived by her fiancé, Michael Shane Brooks, her...
