Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Billie Jo King
Jun 22, 2025
Billie-Jo King was born on April 5, 1943, to the Rev. William and Vera Wallace in Knoxville, Tennessee and went to be with the Lord on June 22, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents and her older sister Noley Ruth Campbell.
She graduated from Fulton High School and worked as a physician’s assistant to Dr. A. H. Lancaster...
Henry Eugene Cannon
Jun 21, 2025
Henry Eugene Cannon of Knoxville Tennessee passed away on Saturday June,21 2025 at the age of 77.
He was proud to serve in the United States Army Security Agency; he achieved a Top-Secret Cryptographic Security Clearance. A Man of many Interests he was a Entrepreneur, Artist, Avid Outdoorsman and an accomplished Golfer.
Preceded in death by Parents Clarence and Rosa Cannon. Brothers:...
William Thomas Buckner Jr.
Jun 20, 2025
William Thomas Buckner Jr.
11/3/58 – 6/20/25
Tommy Buckner, 66, of Knoxville Tn passed away peacefully at home on Friday June 20th
Tommy was born on November 3rd of 1958 in Middlesboro, Kentucky to parents Tom Buckner and Margret Buckner (Cadle) He attended Halls High School and was a part of the class of 1977.
Tommy is survived by His wife Devona Buckner. His...
Frank Dean Meadows
Jun 20, 2025
Frank Dean Meadows of Sevierville, Tennessee formerly of Columbus, Ohio passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at the age of 86.
He was a lifelong railroad man who retired from CSX railroad after 37 years. He then worked as a train conductor at Dollywood Amusement Park for another 15 years.
Frank was preceded in death by his wife Margaret; his parents Lee...
Phillip Edward Cummings
Jun 20, 2025
Phillip Cummings Age 76 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on Friday June 20,2025 at Park West Hospital. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
He enjoyed playing the guitar and Fishing.
He is proceeded in death by Mother and Father Tommie and Dot Cummings. Brother Ronnie Cummings and Sister Robin Chitwood.
He is survived by his High School...
Carol Ann Campbell
Jun 19, 2025
Carol Ann Campbell, age 60, of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025. She was a loving wife, mother and homemaker.
Carol was preceded in death by parents, Clyde and Betty Jo Kennemore.
She is survived by loving husband of 25 years, Randy Campbell; daughter, Brandy Campbell and twin daughters, Samantha Kennemore (Timmy Dinwiddie) and Stephanie Anderson (Willie); grandchildren, Ivory, Kayla, Kristen...
Mary Alice Lynn
Jun 18, 2025
Mary Alice Farmer Lynn was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Jeanne Phifer Farmer and Joseph Patrick Farmer on June 22, 1948.
Mary Alice graduated from Notre Dame in 1966. She was a very talented classical pianist after having had instruction for 10 years. She loved tennis, golf and gardening...but cooking was at the top!
She worked at the health department before becoming...
Janice Louise Roop
Jun 17, 2025
Janice L. Roop (1952-2025) - It's with great sadness that the family of Janice Roop announces her passing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at her home in Fountain City, TN. Janice was born on August 5, 1952 in Knoxville, TN to J. B. and Irene Koontz.
Janice was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her Loving...
Betty Rimmer Merritt
Jun 17, 2025
Betty Rimmer Merritt, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. She accepted Jesus Christ as her savior years ago. Many were blessed by her voice while ministering with her late husband, Steve H. Merritt.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Sanford and Mildred Rimmer.
Betty is survived by her brother, Bill Rimmer; and step-children, Steve (Tammi) Merritt and...
Larry Allen Linkes
Jun 16, 2025
Larry Allen Linkes, age 57, of Knoxville, Tn was surrounded by his loved ones when he gained his heavenly wings on June 16, 2025. Larry loved his girls and grandkids with unconditional love. Larry loved everyone, knew everyone, always wanted to help anyone in need, and talked nonstop to family, friends, and strangers. He never put himself first and would...
Allie Lois Peavey
Jun 16, 2025
Allie Lois Peavey, age 85, of Knoxville, TN passed away on June 16, 2025. She is preceded in death by her 1st husband of 52 years, Phil Brown; sister, Edith Shankles, brother, L.C. Hargis; parents, Horace D. Hargis and Amelia Brim Hargis. She is survived by her current husband of 7 years, William F. Peavey; nephew, Charles Shankles and wife...
Elizabeth Mae (Long) Lawson
Jun 16, 2025
Elizabeth Mae (Long) Lawson, age 76, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, due to complications from progressive supranuclear palsy.
Elizabeth retired from UCOR-K25 after 20 years of service
Preceded in death by parents Adrian and Lillian Long and sister Jean Holly
She is survived by her husband, Randy; children, Robert Lawson, Marsha Clevenger (George); grandchild, Cassidy Harrison (Ricky); great grandchildren, Emily and...
Cecelia June Parnell
Jun 15, 2025
Cecelia June Parnell, age 92, of Knoxville, Tennessee, reached her heavenly home on Sunday, June 15, 2025. She is now reunited with her husband of sixty-nine years, Paul Parnell. She was a dedicated member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. She taught Sunday School for many years. She loved crocheting and presented over two-hundred afghans to various people and groups. She...
Helen Louise Lunsford
Jun 14, 2025
Helen Louise Lunsford age 98, of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Ft. Sander's Regional Medical Center. Helen was a long time member of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Beryl and Bertha Webber; brother, Alvin Webber; sisters, Julie Raines and Libby Bowman; husband, Olen Lunsford; her granddaughter, Catherine Jane Galan....
Bobby Joe Padgett
Jun 14, 2025
Bobby J. Padgett, age 78, of Powell, passed away at his residence on Saturday, June 14, 2025, surrounded by his family. Bobby was born September 20, 1946, in Loudon, Tennessee, to the late Roy Lee and Zula Mae Padgett. He was a member of Atkins Baptist Church in Knoxville, where he loved listening to the choir sing gospel music, and...
Kathy Elaine Tindell- Julian
Jun 13, 2025
Kathy Elaine Tindell-Julian, age 55, passed away after a courageous seven-month battle with cancer. She was surrounded by love and leaves behind a legacy of strength, kindness, and deep devotion to family.
Kathy was the beloved mother of Kristen Davis of San Francisco, Rebecca Davis of Knoxville, and Emilee Pressley of Acworth, GA. She was preceded in death by her mother,...
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...
Donald Allan Larson
Jun 12, 2025
Don Larson, formerly of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 12th. A proud veteran, Don served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he enjoyed a long and distinguished career with United Air Lines, retiring as the station manager at McGhee Tyson Airport.
Don was preceded in death by his first wife, Judy,...
