Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
John Thomas Lambert
Jun 13, 2025
John Thomas Lambert, age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on June 13, 2025. He served in the Marine corps for 3 years. He was an avid Marksman and loved shooting. He was an engineer for Northfolk Southern Railway for more than 33 years. He was a member of the Marbledale Church of God. John is preceded in death by...
Sandra Carolyn Welch
Jun 13, 2025
Sandra Carolyn Howard Welch age 77, of Halls, passed away at Parkwest Hospital Friday June 13, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Howard E. Welch; parents, Elmer and Ebbie Howard; brothers, Don, Larry, Jerry; and sister, Teresa Arnwine.
She is survived by son and daughter in law, Scottie and Maria Welch; adored grandchildren, Troy and...
Howard Cain
Jun 12, 2025
Howard Cain, 89, of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025. He was a member of Central Church of God.
He was born on January 8, 1936, to the late Sherman and Josephine Cain. He was also preceded in death by his brother Raymond Cain and a great-grandson, Carter Headrick.
Howard is survived by his wife of 69 years, Margaret "Loretta"...
Larry Wayne "PeeWee" Kerley
Jun 12, 2025
Larry Wayne “PeeWee” Kerley, age 76, of Powell, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
Larry was an avid motorcycle rider and enthusiast. He enjoyed collecting firearms and practicing at the range. Larry also loved spending time with his family.
Preceded in death by parents, Jake and Marie Kerley; brother, Doug Kerley; mother of their daughter, Sharon Kerley.
Survived by daughter, Whitney Boozer;...
C.L. Gray
Jun 12, 2025
C.L. Gray, age 85, passed away on June 12, 2025. He was a member of Atkins Baptist Church and a long-time member of Salem Baptist Church. He retired from Tindell’s Building Supply where he worked for more than 40 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Elsie Gray; sister, Wanda Long; daughter in law, Judi Gray.
He is...
William "Willie" Lewis Carmon, Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
William "Willie" Lewis Carmon, Jr. age 47, of Corryton, son of of William Lewis Carmon, Sr. (whom preceded in death) and Barbara A. Brown, passed away suddenly Thursday, June 12, 2025. William was an avid University of Tennessee fan. William will be missed by his daughters; Dorothy A. Jones, Mary J. Jones and Hallie M. Carmon as well as high...
Lois Jean Treece
Jun 12, 2025
Lois Jean Treece, age 87, passed away on the early morning of Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Knoxville, TN. She was born on July 9, 1937, in Knoxville, to Robert Beecher and Roxie Cox. She graduated from Halls High school in 1955. Lois drove a bus for Knox County Schools in the Halls area for many years. In 1986, she...
Dorothy Pauline Cates
Jun 11, 2025
Dorothy Pauline Cates, age 80, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
She worked at Home Federal Bank for over 20 years. Dorothy was a member of Glory Church at Dante, formally known as Dante Baptist Church, since 1985. There at Glory Church, she helped on the GEMS team. Dorothy was also a member of the Red Hats Society.
Preceded...
Andrew John Leonard Compton
Jun 10, 2025
Andrew J.L. Compton (Andy), age 38, of Friendsville, TN, passed away on June 10, 2025. Andy was a very loving soul and loved by so many, especially his mother, wife, and children.
He is preceded in death by his father, Junior Compton; grandmother, Betty Houser; grandfather, Leonard Sams; and infant son, Chance Compton.
He is survived by his spouse, Sabrina Compton; siblings...
Michael Robert Holehouse
Jun 8, 2025
Michael Robert Holehouse, 67, of Sharps Chapel, TN, a beloved husband, father, brother and uncle and accomplished airline pilot, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 8, 2025.
Michael had many friends from all throughout his life and had an incredible sense of humor and positive attitude. To those who knew and loved Michael, he will be remembered for...
John Frederick Farr
Jun 8, 2025
John Frederick Farr, age 78, peacefully passed away on June 8, 2025, at home after a long illness. He was in the presence of his family and the sounds of morning bird songs. Raised in Cleveland Tennessee, son of Emil and Grace Margaret Farr, both educators, John was a Boy Scout and attained the rank of Eagle at the age...
Alpesh Anil Patel
Jun 7, 2025
Alpesh Anil Patel, age 43, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 9:00am until 10:00am with a service to follow at 10:00am.
Condolences can be left for the family at www.mynattfh.com
Joyce Louise McGill
Jun 7, 2025
Joyce Louise Blake McGill, 91, of Fountain City, Tennessee passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2025 after an extended illness. She was an active member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church for over 30 years and was a FAITH evangelism leader for 20 years. She worked as an elementary school educator her entire career. One of her passions was...
Sherman E. Curry
Jun 6, 2025
Sherman E. Curry, age 36 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 6, 2025. He attended Shiloh Presbyterian Church.
He is preceded in death by his father, Elmer Curry.
Survived by his wife, Kayla Curry; daughters, Symphony and Naomi; sons, Semaj and Jaden; mother, Vanessa Curry; and several siblings and cousins.
The family will receive friends from 12:00...
Gary Lynn Maples, Jr.
Jun 6, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Lynn Maples Jr., who left this world on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Gary lived a life filled with passion, laughter, and a deeply rooted love for his family and friends. He was just 24 years old at the time of his death, but the impact...
Wynelle "Penny" Dudley Keim
Jun 6, 2025
Wynelle (Penny) Vincent Keim, 77, of Knoxville, TN, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, surrounded by her sons, Charles (Chip) Raymond, 46, and William Rodney, 41. Born June 12, 1947, in Petersburg, VA, to Raymond Vincent Dudley and Ruth Wynelle Williams, Penny overcame a modest childhood to live a life of passion, faith, and service.
A 1965 graduate of Petersburg...
Bobby Joe Juan
Jun 5, 2025
Bobby Joe Juan, age 45 formally of Oklahoma, living in Knoxville passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Bobby was of Christian faith and a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Diane Dillard; and sister, Velma Smith.
Bobby is survived by her husband Miguel Andres Pedro Juan; daughters, Patricia Matias, Tessa Perry, Gabby Castillo,...
Jimmie Haskell Farmer
Jun 4, 2025
Jimmie Haskell Farmer, age 81, of Powell, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was a member and deacon of The Church at Sterchi Hills and the Volunteer Street Rod Association. Jimmie enjoyed building his own cars and attending car shows with them.
He is preceded in death by parents, Ransom and Julia Farmer; sisters, Linda Douglas and Paulette Henderson.
Survived...
Lora Lee Jenkins
Jun 4, 2025
Lora Lee Rupert Jenkins, age 87, of Halls Crossroads, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church, and taught Sunday School there for many years. Lora and Robert operated Highland View Orchard for numerous years and enjoyed teaching local school children about farm life.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert...
George Clark Sanders
Jun 3, 2025
George Clark Sanders
June 6, 1932 - June 3, 2025
George Clark Sanders age 92, of Knoxville, now rests in peace with God. He is survived by sons, Howard (Linda), Scott (Darlene) and Eric. Grandchildren, Samantha and Alexandra Sanders, Tyler Sanders (Tori), and great-granddaughter, Trinity. and special friends: Nikki Guthrie, and Kenney Boatman. He was preceded in death by beloved wife Mary...
