Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Rev. Harold Ellis
Jun 19, 2026
Reverend Harold Ellis age 91, went to his Heavenly home with a beautiful smile on his face on Friday, June 19, 2026. A devoted servant of God; loving husband and cherished father and grandfather. Harold spent his life preaching the Gospel of Jesus; spreading hope, faith, love and light to everyone he met.
Left behind to mourn: Harold’s cherished wife of...
Georgia Mae Byrd
Jun 19, 2026
Georgia Mae Byrd, age 89 of Knoxville, TN passed away on June 19, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Kelly Byrd Jr., sons, Phillip Craig Taylor and Mark Samuel Taylor. She is survived by her daughter, Jill (Jim) Racek, sons, Michael (Donna) Taylor and Allen (Elaine) Taylor, sisters, Hazel, Faye, Linda, Debbie, Lucredia, and Kathy Gail,...
Cynthia Diane Lawson
Jun 18, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Cynthia Diane “Cindy” Lawson on June 18, 2026. Cindy left this world far too soon, leaving behind a loving family and countless friends who will forever cherish the memories, laughter, and love she shared throughout her life.
Cindy is survived by her sons, Jonathan (Samantha) Lawson, Josh Lawson (Teresa...
Jerry Harold Whitcomb, Jr.
Jun 18, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely and unexpected passing of Jerry Harold Whitcomb, Jr. on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee, at the age of 60.
Jerry was born on September 9, 1965, at Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, to Nancy Baer and Jerry Whitcomb, Sr. He was raised in Carroll County,...
Juan Antonio Rivera
Jun 17, 2026
La familia recibira a los amigos y familiares de 2:00pm a 4:00pm el domingo 21 de junio de 2026 en la capilla Fountain City de Mynatt Funeral Home.
David B. Carbaugh
Jun 17, 2026
David B. Carbaugh, age 57, passed away on June 17, 2026. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, as well as, an EMT and a fireman. Preceded in death by mother Karen and step-father Lawrence Chrisman, aunt Jane “Aunt Sis” Carbaugh, and uncle Roger Pearson. Survived by wife Diane Carbaugh, father Gary (Noralee) Carbaugh, brother Phillip (Candy) Carbaugh, step-sister Virginia Judy,...
Vernie Lee Foust
Jun 16, 2026
Vernie Lee Foust on born May 3, 1935, from Coal Creek (now Rocky Top), TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
He is preceded in death by wife, Shirley Juanita Hickson Foust; son, Vernie Lee Foust Jr; parents, "Kit" Carson Foust and Katherine (Katie) Melvina Burton Foust; brothers, Bernard, Earl, Hollis, Edgar, Hubert, and Theodore; and sisters, Beulah, Betty, Willie,...
Estelle Beatrice Smith
Jun 15, 2026
Estelle Beatrice Kitts Smith, age 98, of Knoxville, TN, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, June 15, 2026. She was very strong in her Baptist faith; she was a faithful member of Spiritual Missionary Baptist Church.
Estelle was preceded in death by her parents, Reverend and Mrs. A.L. Kitts; daughter, Glenda White; grandson, Kevin Smith; and...
Barry Gene Litts
Jun 15, 2026
Barry Gene Litts, 63, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on June 15, 2026.
Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens (5650 Powell Valley Road, Big Stone Gap, Virginia).
Condolences can be made at www.mynattfh.com
Gloria Ann Aslinger
Jun 15, 2026
Gloria was born in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, to Sam Paul and Edna Ann Henley Lombardo. She was the first of eight children, making her the big sister, who helped to raise the rest of the little ones. Her love of family started at this young age, growing more with the passing of time. Gloria was a smart student, becoming...
Ellen Irene McGinnis
Jun 15, 2026
Ellen “Irene” McGinnis, age 97 of Knoxville, passed away on June 15, 2026. Born to Alonzo and Esther Heck on July 7, 1928 in Hawkins County, TN, she was raised alongside her 10 siblings. She was a member of Arlington Baptist Church. Irene worked at Fort Sanders Hospital for 32 years before retiring. After retiring, she became bored and started...
Martha Mynatt Townsend
Jun 14, 2026
Martha Mynatt Townsend, age 82, of Norwood, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Martha retired from Bell South/AT&T as a long-distance operator after 26 years. She attended Black Oak Heights Baptist Church. Martha loved the University of Tennessee and was a passionate UT sports fan. She loved her family and enjoyed watching her children and...
Laureen Dawn Rhea
Jun 13, 2026
Laureen “Laurie” Dawn Rhea, age 70, of Loudon, Tennessee, passed peacefully from this earthly life on Friday, June 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Laurie shared more than 50 wonderful years with her devoted husband, Jim. Together they built a life on their small farm, where they opened their hearts and home to rescued and fostered animals. Her compassion for...
James Edward Lindsay
Jun 13, 2026
James Edward Lindsay, age 59, of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026. James loved spending time with his family, going to the lake, cooking, working on vehicles and projects around the house. He was loved by all of his co-workers and everyone who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Lindsay and Judith Johnson and sister,...
Eppie V. Kesterson
Jun 13, 2026
Eppie V. Kesterson, age 87, of Sevierville, passed away Friday, June 13, 2026, at LeConte Medical Center. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Minnie Christian; and brothers, James, Robert, and Kenneth Christian. She is survived by her children, Brenda Booth, William Kesterson (Donna), and Teresa Fields (Mark); grandchildren....
Carol Merriman Ogle
Jun 12, 2026
Carol Merriman Ogle, age 68 of Knoxville, passed away on June 12, 2026. She was known for her quiet strength, steadfast courage, and abundant grace. She inspired others through her kindness and was a constant source of encouragement, hope, and love to all who knew her. Carol was a member of Mount Harmony Baptist Church and retired from General Shale...
Robert Adrian Rosasco
Jun 11, 2026
Robert Rosasco, age 64, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026. He like to fish, loved grandbaby’s, children. He loved Florida State Seminoles spending time sitting on his porch watching birds. Robert was a hard worker, loved history, old movies especially Star Trek. He was preceded in death by his mother, Glenda Rosasco. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly...
Rebecca Lynne Daughtrey
Jun 10, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Lynne (Anderson) Daughtrey, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. She was born and raised in Knoxville, TN. Becky was a graduate of West High School and was involved in the Majorettes. In her youth, she started Becky’s Beauties; she enjoyed being in beauty pageants, taking part in parades and was a member of St. Luke’s...
Betsy "Ann" Turner
Jun 10, 2026
Betsy "Ann" Turner age 93 of Knoxville, went to be with Jesus Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Island Home Health and Rehab Center. She was a life-long member of Bookwalter United Methodist Church and the Fellowship Sunday School Class. Ann loved to sew, cook and work jigsaw puzzles. Preceded in death by husband of 62 years, Gene Turner; parents, Amy...
Gayle Treadway Evans
Jun 10, 2026
Gayle Treadway Evans, age 82, of Knoxville passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at West Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center after a long illness. She was a member of Park West Church of God and served along side her husband, Joe at the Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach (KICKO). She also served in the prison ministry and served with CONTACT...
