Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Jeffrey Lynn Parker
Mar 20, 2026
Jeffrey Lynn Parker, 73, of Knoxville, passed away on March 20, 2026. He served in the Air Force for over 20 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. He was a devout Christian and longtime member of Temple Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Parker; parents, Janrose and William Parker; brother, William "Billy" Parker, Jr.
He is survived...
Austin Philip Lee Eady
Mar 19, 2026
Austin Philip Lee Eady, age 31 passed away on March 19, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Eady, granny, Violet Eady, papaw, Robert Eady, grammie, Donna Thibault, and poppa, James Tanner. He is survived by his parents, Jennifer and Rick Worthington, sons, Jaybird Eady and Landen Roberson, daughters, Nevaeh Castillo, Evie Shipley, and Kova Monday, brothers,...
Michael E. Cooper
Mar 18, 2026
Michael E. Cooper, age 70, of the Halls Community, Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026. He worked for Waste Connections as a driver for over forty years. Michael enjoyed tinkering with any kind of car. He loved going to car shows, dirt track racing, yard sales and setting up his products at flea markets. Michael is preceded in...
Ronald Earl Lewelling
Mar 18, 2026
Ronald “Reasonable Ron” Earl Lewelling
March 26, 1952 – March 18, 2026
Ronald “Reasonable Ron” Earl Lewelling, age 73, departed this life on March 18, 2026. Ronnie was a well-known and beloved figure in his community. Ronnie owned and operated Reasonable Ron’s Tires for over 40 years, building not only a successful business but a lasting legacy. Known as “the best place...
Marjorie Kennedy Davenport
Mar 18, 2026
Marjorie Kennedy Davenport, age 80, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Marjorie was a woman who found her greatest joy in the simple and meaningful moments of life. She loved spending time with her family, especially attending family reunions where laughter and stories were shared for hours. She could often be found enjoying her favorite television...
Brian Keith McConkey
Mar 18, 2026
Brian Keith McConkey, age 57 of West Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Tennova North after an extended illness. He was a member of Centerview Baptist Church. He was also the owner of McConkey Body Shop on Ball Road. Brian was an avid UT sports enthusiast and a graduate of Karns High School. Preceded in death by...
Roy Nolan Hopper
Mar 17, 2026
Roy “Nolan” Hopper of Knoxville, TN passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 at the age of 88. He was born on November 23rd, 1937 in Big Spring, Texas. He graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington, CA. where he met the love of his life Celia Wolfenbarger. She was his best friend for 55 wonderful...
Vickie Kay Wilhite
Mar 17, 2026
Mrs. Vickie Kay Nichols Wilhite of Strawberry Plains went to her heavenly home on March 17, 2026. Vickie was born in Detroit, Michigan, and moved to Strawberry Plains when she was about two years old. She was one of a kind; selfless, generous, and always ready to help anyone in need. She loved fiercely and lived with an open heart.
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Maude Nannie Keith
Mar 17, 2026
Maude Keith, age 91 of Knoxville, passed away on March 17, 2026. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by parents Jeff and Fay Brown, husband John Keith, grandson Joseph Collins, and sister Georgie Hensley. Survived by children Lisa (Jason) Heaton and William (Lori) Keith, grandchildren Dylan and Jordan Keith, and Haley and Brittney Heaton, great-granddaughter Nevaeh Hicks,...
James Alfred Tallent
Mar 17, 2026
James Alfred Tallent, age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
He was born on February 21, 1945, in Portsmouth, Virginia to Beatrice Davis Tallent and Carl Houston Tallent, both of whom preceded him in death.
Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. A true American hero, he endured great...
Matthew David Hinkin
Mar 16, 2026
We have lost a good man. Matthew David Hinkin succumbed to his 16-year battle with Parkinsons Disease, March 16th, 2026, at the age of 62 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a good and faithful servant leader, dedicated to his family and the Knoxville community.
Matt was born September 23, 1963 at Commanche County Hospital, Lawton, Oklahoma, the sixth child of Paul...
Larry Don Greenlee
Mar 16, 2026
Larry Don Greenlee, age 80, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully and met the Lord on the morning of Monday, March 16, 2026. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and capturing life’s moments through photography. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dannie Greenlee and father, CJ Greenlee, and wife, Beverly Greenlee. He is survived by daughter, Monica (Chad) Gentry;...
Donald Ray Mink
Mar 15, 2026
Donald Ray Mink, age 81, of Knoxville, passed away March 15, 2026. He is preceded in death by father Henry Ray Mink and mother Mildred Elizabeth Mink. He is survived by wife Vickie Mink, sister Betty Simmons, children Donna Mink (Tanya Wright), Laura (Tom) Taylor, and Chris Golden, Grandchildren Tyler, Austin, Sydney, Madison, Alli, and "The Boy" Cortland, several great-grandchildren,...
Mark Steven Roach
Mar 15, 2026
Mark Steven Roach of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at the age of 71. He was born on May 7, 1954 to Jack and Nelle Roach in Florence, Alabama. After graduating from Holston High School, he had a successful career in sales. He also owned several businesses including a market and deli, a scuba shop...
Bettye Louise Mitchell
Mar 15, 2026
Bettye Louise Mitchell, age 83, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026. She has been a member of Grace Baptist Church for over 30 years.
Bettye, better known as the “hot tamale lady”, was known for growing huge peppers, and gave them away to her family, friends, and even doctors. She enjoyed yard sales, gardening, playing with her dogs, boot-scooting and...
Bradley Wayne Dunn
Mar 15, 2026
Bradley Wayne Dunn, age 49, of Knoxville, passed away at his home on March 15, 2026.
Brad loved playing basketball with Mr. Bird, Dave, and his dedicated group of friends at First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge. He was cared for and loved deeply by all who knew him.
Brad is survived by his father David, brother Josh, niece Emmalee, along with...
Gregory Lee Leach
Mar 14, 2026
Gregory Lee Leach, age 65, of Powell, Tennessee, left this Earth for Heaven to be with Jesus Christ, Saturday, March 14, 2026. Greg was born July 29, 1960, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Reverend Clyde and Mae Gideon; Hugh and Mary Leach; father, Wade Leach; several aunts and uncles. Greg attended Beneath the Cross Mission...
Tucker Nathaniel Brooks
Mar 14, 2026
Tucker Nathaniel Brooks, 41, born on August 18, 1984, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Tucker was a kind-hearted, soft-spoken, fun-loving man with a mischievous side that brought laughter to those around him. He loved his family and friends deeply and cherished the time he spent with them. Even though times in his life were...
Timothy "Tim" Dean Heath
Mar 14, 2026
Timothy D. Heath, age 66 of Powell, TN passed away at home following a battle with cancer. Tim was preceded in death by his father, Clyde Heath. Tim is surived by his mother Oma Benson, brother Steve Heath (Donna Heath), and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Tim graduated from Powell High School in 1978 and began his service in the...
Carol Frances Brewer
Mar 14, 2026
Carol Frances Brewer, age 82, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026.
Carol was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who brought joy to those around her. She had a deep love for her family and cherished every moment spent with them. Carol especially loved Mickey Mouse and treasured the many memories she made visiting Disney World....
