Bonnie (Frances) Grissom

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bonnie (Frances) Grissom, 91, of Knoxville, TN. She peacefully went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Bonnie (Frances) was born on April 29, 1934, and lived a life filled with faith, love, and service to others. She was a devoted, loving wife, mother, mamaw, sister, aunt, and friend. She drew strength from prayer and found joy in family, church, and supporting others. Her unwavering faith and kind spirit were an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a long-standing member of Hines Creek Missionary Baptist Church and retired from Palm Beach Clothing Company. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Harley Grissom of 62 years, parents, three brothers, and six sisters.
Survived by her daughter, Brenda (Steve) Shipley. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Shawnna (Brian) Gaddis, Stephanie Shipley, and Travis (Nicole) Shipley. Great-grandchildren, Blake Gaddis, Tyler Gaddis, Dylan Esslinger, and sister Regina Greenlee. Special nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 5, 2026, with service to follow at Mynatt Funeral Home, Halls Chapel officiated by Rev. Mark Large and Bobbie Kitts. Family and friends will gather at Mynatt Funeral Home, Halls Chapel at 11:45 AM, Friday, March 6, 2026, to travel in procession to Hines Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Maynardville, TN for a Graveside service at 1:00 PM.

Pallbearers: Travis Shipley, Brian Gaddis, Blake Gaddis, Tyler Gaddis, Dennis Harrell, and Dylan Esslinger
Honorary Pallbearers: Steve Shipley, Larry Grissom