Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Jerry Clay Walker
Sep 15, 2023
Rev. Jerry C. Walker, age 62 of Knoxville went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Friday, September 15, 2023. A devoted member and ordained deacon and minister of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He was many things to many people, a Sunday school teacher, an avid sports enthusiast, a football coach, loved all music, someone who was loved...
Howard Ray Lumpkin, II
Sep 14, 2023
Howard R. Lumpkin, age 58, of Knoxville Tennessee, passed away in his sleep on September 14, 2023.
Preceded in death his mother, Jo Ann Lumpkin.
Howard is survived by his children whom he loved dearly, Heather Lumpkin, Howard Ray Lumpkin, III and Lyndsey Lumpkin and Leo Lumpkin; grandchildren, Logan and Athena Lumpkin; father, Howard R. Lumpkin, I,; sister,...
Joshua Alberts
Sep 14, 2023
“If I had a single flower for every time I think about you, I could walk forever in my garden.” -Claudia Ghandi Joshua was one of the most hard-working men you could ever know. Despite all the obstacles of life, he remained true to himself. He was one of a kind and we will hold him in our hearts forever.
Shirley Joann Bennett
Sep 14, 2023
Shirley Joann Bennett, age 88 of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Tennova Turkey Creek. She was a member of Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church for many years. She retired from Silver Furniture Company. Preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Bennett. Survived by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Family and friends will meet at 12:45pm...
Harold Edward Barber
Sep 14, 2023
Harold Edward Barber, age 90 of Knoxville, passed away September 14, 2023. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church of Halls. He was an army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a very happy and compassionate person, who was deeply loved by his family, church family, and friends. Harold was a patron of the Knoxville Zoo...
Robert James Blanchard IV
Sep 13, 2023
Robert James Blanchard IV, age 21 of Powell, TN passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
He was an incredibly talented mechanic; everyone knew who to ask for help. Even at a young age, he was fixing lawn mowers and vehicles for his family and neighbors. He was also creative and used his artistic talent to create Christmas tree ornaments...
Clarence Eugene Godfrey Jr.
Sep 13, 2023
Clarence Eugene Godfrey Jr., age 71 of Knoxville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
Preceded in death by Parents, Clarence Godfrey Sr. and Rosie Godfrey as well as eleven of his brothers and sisters. Daughter- Michelle Edwards, Granddaughter- Whitney Godfrey, Ex wife- Rebecca Edwards
Survived by his son, Johnny Godfrey; daughters, Brenda Smith and Sarah Jenkins; grandchildren, Katelyn,...
Michael Beach
Sep 12, 2023
Michael Beach, 63, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on September 12, 2023, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was born on October 22, 1959. Mike, as he preferred to be called, was a dedicated family man, survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Tracie Lynn Beach, and his children Crystal Lynn Beach and Michael Howard Beach nephew Michael Jason Beach and...
Harold Wayne Ridenour
Sep 12, 2023
Harold “Wayne” Ridenour, age 63, of Knoxville, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on September 12, 2023. Wayne enjoyed fishing and outdoors but most of all he loved and cherished his wife and fur babies and spending time with all of his family. Preceded in death by parents; Horace and Hazel Ridenour, sister; Delilah Collins, Grandparents,...
Jerry A. Welch
Sep 11, 2023
Jerry A. Welch, age 59, of Knoxville, passed away September 11, 2023. He was the longtime owner and operator of Welch Performance, where he worked on racing go-carts. Jerry was well known and loved by everyone who knew him. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by his family, as well as those in the go-cart racing...
Iva Beatrice McGinnis
Sep 11, 2023
Iva B. McGinnis, age 82, of Powell, TN, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 11, 2023. Iva was a well-loved woman with an infectious smile, laugh, and sense of humor. If you were family or her friend, you know how much she loved you. She was a hard worker doing any job to the best...
Michael Howard Mink
Sep 11, 2023
Michael Howard Mink, age 63, of Knoxville, TN, after giving up his earthly body, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 11, 2023. Michael had a very big heart and he used it to help raise his family, help his friends, and to be the best dad he knew how to be. He was a strong man and...
Barbara Webb Allen
Sep 11, 2023
Barbara Webb Allen age 75 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 11, 2023. Preceded in death by Parents; Harry and Vickie Everett, and sister Patricia Rhea. Survivors; loving husband of 37 years, James Allen, Son Joseph Sprouse, 3 grand children and 3 great-grandchildren. Family and friends will meet 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at...
Donna Kay England
Sep 10, 2023
Donna “Kay” England from Knoxville, age 67 passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, September 10, 2023. She was a member of Victory House of Faith. Kay loved her grandchildren and cooking. She was a loving person who touched so many lives in many ways.
Preceded by husband, Stonie Rock England; parents, Dave and Hazel Varner; siblings, Harold...
Marjorie M. (Tudor) Fraker
Sep 10, 2023
Marjorie M. (Tudor) Fraker, born December 12, 1931, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on September 10, 2023 at Methodist Memorial Hospital Oak Ridge. She was saved at an early age and was a lifelong member of Byrams Fork Baptist Church. Marjorie has touched many lives and was loved by all who knew her. She will be deeply...
Willard Theodore "Teddy" Grubb
Sep 8, 2023
Willard Theodore "Teddy" Grubb, age 57 passed away from heart difficulties on Friday, September 8, 2023. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.
Preceded in death by his mother, Gwen Grubb; father, Willard Grubb; stepfather, Bob Wise; grandparents, JC and Bonita Stewart; and brother-in-law, Gene Campbell
Teddy is survived by the of his mother of children, Teresa Fortner;...
Julia Dianne Estes
Sep 8, 2023
Julia Dianne Silver Estes, age 83 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord Friday, September 8, 2023. She was preceded in death by beloved parents, William and Gladys Silver; and Brother Butch Silver. She is survived by loving children, Barbara Davis, Lee Estes, and Julia Shepard; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Joan McMahon; and brother, Edd Silver.
The family...
Laura Ann Faulkner
Sep 8, 2023
Laura Ann Faulkner, age 65 of Corryton, passed away Friday, September 8, 2023. She passed peacefully with family by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Jane Ferguson and her grandson, Christopher Daniels. She is survived by loving husband of 20 years, Vaughn “Fonzie” Faulkner; six children, Joe “Spiz” Ferguson (Donna), Stephen Daniels (Kerri), Heather...
Benjamin "Benji" Moore
Sep 6, 2023
Benjamin Adam Moore, age 48 of Knoxville, TN Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 6th 2023. He was a lifelong resident of Knoxville, TN and was married to his loving wife Shannon Moore for 24 years. Benji was a devoted husband, father, pop pop, and friend to many. His daily life was always involved in finding ways to help others....
Billie Evon Pique Merritt
Sep 5, 2023
Billie Evon Pique Merritt, age 84, of Powell, TN, died Tuesday, September 5, 2023. She was a member of Redemption Harvest Church. Billie was preceded in death by her parents, Virginia Miles and William Miles; sisters, Beverly Greenlee and Tina Miles and brother, Doug Miles; first husband, Bernard Ray Pique, second husband, Roy Gene Merritt, and son, Michael Pique...
