Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
James R Trent
Dec 12, 2022
James Richard Trent, age 52, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 12, 2022. He loved his mother, kids, and grandkids dearly. He is preceded in death by beloved father, James Trent, Sr.; grandparents, Howard and Dolly Chandler, and Margie Lawrence. He is survived by loving mother, Teresa Chandler Johnson and step-father, Joe Johnson; children, Hayley, Ashley,...
Barbara Jean Atkins
Dec 12, 2022
Barbara (Bobbie) Jean Corum Atkins, age 86 surrounded by family and friends, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 12, 2022. Bobbie loved her job in quality control at Levi Strauss Powell where she was employed for more than 40 years. She was a faithful lifetime member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. Also, she enjoyed her...
Deedee Nicholson
Dec 12, 2022
An obituary is not available for DeeDee Nicholson at this time. We welcome you to share your condolences and memories at www.mynattfh.com. Services will be announced at a later date.
Victor Lon Mcneal
Dec 11, 2022
Victor Lon McNeal” Pappy”, age 67, of Heiskell, TN, went to be with the Lord, his loving parents Lon and Dorthy McNeal and all those that went on before him. He was survived by his wife of 49 years, Joyce McNeal, dog Tinker, daughters Tonya Carter (husband Creg), Becky Hamock (Husband Donnie), His sons Victor Ray McNeal (wife Katie), and...
Temy Lee Miller
Dec 11, 2022
Temy Lee Miller, age 69, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022. He attended the Northwest Church of God. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Marceline Miller. He is survived by sons, Aaron Miller (Misty) and Kevin Miller (Traci); granddaughters, Madison, Brooklyn and Morgan Miller; brother, Jeff Miller (Kay); nephew, Kyle Miller and family; niece, April...
Joyce Blazer
Dec 10, 2022
Joyce (Joy) Blazer, age 90, passed away early Saturday, December 10, 2022. Although Joy struggled after suffering a stroke, she was still a “joy” to be around. She truly embodied her name – Joy. She loved a good joke and her smile and laughter could light up a room. Joy was born on September 6, 1932, to Linnus Willard Fox...
Ellis Banegas Maldonado
Dec 10, 2022
Ellis Banegas Maldonado, age 5 of Knoxville, passed away on December 10, 2022. He was a miracle baby that lived life to the fullest. He loved to play soccer, sing, listen to music, and Maruchan noodles. He was a loving and caring boy that touched many hearts. He was preceded in death by Porfiro Banegas Mendoza I, Anastasia Banegas Sabas...
Ruth "Dolly" Record
Dec 10, 2022
Ruth Record, “Dolly”, age 78, of Knoxville, TN, went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2022. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bueford Record; mother, father, and several siblings. She is survived by her sons, Michael (Mary Ann) Record and Tony (Joy) Record; step-daughter, Melissa Benedict of Junction City, KY; grandchildren, Amanda Record, Jordan (James)...
Vickie Stuffle
Dec 10, 2022
Vickie (Victoria) Stuffle, age 67 of Knoxville passed away in her home after her long battle with cancer on Saturday, December 10, 2022. She was a member of Kim Watt Baptist Church where she formerly served as a Sunday School Teacher. She is preceded in death by her husband, Teddy Stuffle; son, Tommy Stuffle; mother, Dorothy; sisters, Kay (Karen) and...
Charles William Simpson
Dec 9, 2022
Charles William Simpson Jr, age 80, passed away in Knoxville, on December 9, 2022. He was a member of Alice Bell Baptist Church. He was a Navy veteran and a retired employee of DUO Fast Tool Company. Charles is preceded in death by his parents Charles W. (Addie J.) Simpson, his loving wife Martha C. Simpson, and daughter Tammy Lynn...
Michael Earl Ridenour
Dec 9, 2022
Michael Earl Ridenour, age 62, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 9, 2022. He is survived by his loving family, especially his three grandchildren, T.J., Cianna and Nehemiah. Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel from 5:00pm until 6:00pm. Condolences can be left for the family at www.mynattfh.com
Edsel Earl Norris
Dec 8, 2022
Edsel “Ed” Earl Norris 89, passed away on December 8, 2022. Ed graduated from Rule High School in 1951 and after serving in the US Army, he graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1959. He is preceded in death by parents, Earl and Annabel Norris, sister Barbara Sweat, son Mike Vandergriff and grandson Gregory Vandergriff, Jr. Ed is survived...
Lucinda May Dennison
Dec 8, 2022
Lucinda May Arthur Dennison, age 58, went to be with the Lord Friday, December 9, 2022. She enjoyed living life to the fullest. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Dean Dennison, and children Tommy Foster Shields and Calvin Shields. She is survived by sister, brothers, mother, 0other family members, and friends. Family will hold a Celebration of...
Charles Ray Morgan
Dec 7, 2022
Charles Ray Morgan, age 77 of Rockford, went to be with the Lord on December 7, 2022. He was of the Baptist faith. Proceeded in death by mother, Trula May Stoner; father, Martin Morgan; son Billy Ray Morgan; grandson, Tanner Lovell; sisters, Edith, Juanita, and Francis; and brothers, J.C., Tommy, Danny, Marian, and Bud. Survived by wife, Diane Lovell Morgan;...
Richard Eric Roach
Dec 6, 2022
Richard Eric Roach Sr., age 57 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Parkwest Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was a carpenter for 40 years before retiring. In his free time he enjoyed working on cars, tattooing himself, and drawing. Preceded in death by his father, Walter Roach; and niece, Belinda Adams. Richard...
Shirley Mae Norris
Dec 6, 2022
Shirley Mae Braden Norris, age 83 of Powell, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in the evening hours of Tuesday, December 6, 2022 with her family by her side. Shirley grew up in Powell, Tennessee and attended Mt. Hermon Methodist Church. She graduated from Powell High School and worked as a secretary at TVA and as a realtor. Shirley’s hobbies included watercolor...
Phyllis Kaye Epps
Dec 5, 2022
Phyllis Kaye Epps, age 69 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022 at North Knox Medical Center. She was a CNA for many years at Brakebill Nursing Home and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Kyle Columbus Cooper. Phyllis is survived by her daughter, Kylena (Anthony) Daniels;...
William Ray Ellis
Dec 5, 2022
William Ray Ellis, age 82 of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at his home on December 5th, 2022. Ray was a native of Clarksville and a graduate of both Austin Peay State University and the University of Tennessee. For over 30 years, he taught Office Occupations at Tennessee Technology Center. He retired in 2000 to a life of watching UT Athletics,...
Jerry Allen Huff
Dec 5, 2022
Jerry Allen Huff Jr age 59 passed away Tuesday Dec 6, 2022. He was a graduate of Halls High Class of 82 of which he was the class, President. He loved fishing, music, and his family and friends. Jerry could always make you laugh even in the worst situations. His personal demons kept him in a dark place at times,...
