Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Walter Augustine Clancy II
Nov 16, 2025
Carried to Heaven on the wings of his guardian angel and guided by his strong Catholic faith in Eternal Life, which was instilled in him by his parents, Walter Augustine Clancy, II died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 91. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on February 6, 1934, to John Anthony Clancy, Sr....
Linda Jean Sutton
Nov 16, 2025
Linda Jean Sutton, age 75, of Powell, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Preceded in death by father, Frank Dark; mother, Jean Dark; husband Russell Sutton.
Survived by children, Kristi Mock (Dan), Chris Sutton (Karie), and Sara Burditt (Greg); grandchildren, Bryce Sutton, Alec Sutton, Maxwell Sutton, Indiana Mock, AJ Burditt and Aurelia Mock.
A graveside service will take place on Saturday, November...
Jason Adam Kiser
Nov 16, 2025
Jason Adam Kiser was born on December 31, 1975, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ransom & JoAnn Kiser and Harvey & Loraine Elkins; aunt, Carolyn Dunsmore; father-in-law, Chris Montgomery; brother-in-law, Elton Shultz; and cousin, April.
He is survived by wife, Christen Kiser; parents, Dennis & Susan Kiser; sister, Ashley Miller (Chance); sons,...
Jay Robert Young
Nov 16, 2025
Jay Robert Young, 66, of Knoxville died November 16, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family after a 2.5 year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. A native Michigander, he graduated in 1977 from Clio High School.
Jay retired in 2015 from General Motors, where he was a third-generation skilled tradesman, after more than thirty years of service. He moved his family...
Jeremy Lee "Jermoil" Johnson
Nov 15, 2025
Jeremy Lee "Jermoil" Johnson, age 34, of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
He graduated from Karns High School. Jeremy loved to dance, play drums and make music.
He is survived by his mother, Theresa Davis; father, Donald Johnson; stepfather, Jason Fields; sister, Ajah Fields (Christian); nieces, Ivy and Ruby Lonker; nephew, Carter Rogers; grandmother, Barbara Farris, JoAnn Davis; uncle,...
Jerry Lee Lunsford
Nov 15, 2025
Jerry Lee Lunsford age 78 of Knoxville passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025 at his home. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Olen Lee Lunsford and Helen Louise Lunsford; his wife, Cathy Lynn Lunsford, and his daughter, Catherine Jane Galan. Jerry was strong in his faith, an avid collector of antiques and enjoyed doing restoration and repair. Jerry...
Linda Gay Carter
Nov 15, 2025
Linda Gay Carter, age 83, of Knoxville, TN, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025. Linda was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved sitting on her front porch and enjoying her grandchildren. She was a member of Glen Oak Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde Carter, her father, William Romines, her mother, Bernice Romines,...
Jamison Lucas "Luke" Sherrod
Nov 15, 2025
Jamison Lucas Sherrod, age 27, of Strawberry Plains, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025. He was a member of New Harvest Church of God. Luke was employed at Sherrod Signs.
Preceded in death by grandparents, Kay Sherrod and Albert Stephenson.
Survived by mother, Angela Ramsey (Steve); father, Jamie Sherrod; grandparents, Vivian Stephenson and Jim Sherrod; sister, Cierra Sherrod; niece, Sophia Bell; nephew,...
Nora Jane Human
Nov 15, 2025
Nora Jane Human, age 98, of Clinton, TN, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025. She was retired from Eagle Bend Manufacturing.
Preceded in death by her parents, Cutler and Velvia Harmon; her husband, Carl Human; son, Tony Human; and siblings, Calvin Harmon, Wallace Harmon, Fred Harmon, Ethel Archer, and Martha Bumgardner.
Survived by her son, Dennis Human and wife Marie of Wellington,...
Justin Tyler Jenkins
Nov 14, 2025
Justin Tyler Jenkins, age 32, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14, 2025. Justin loved hiking, music, and football. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Robert Lynn Davis; grandmother Nancy Kravitz-Davis; aunt, Sarah Davis; uncle, Robert Davis II; grandparents, Tommy and Mary Jenkins. He is survived by parents, Tommy Jenkins and Brittany...
Johnny Ewell Cupp
Nov 14, 2025
Johnny Ewell Cupp, age 54, passed away on November 14, 2025. He enjoyed grilling out with family and friends and swimming at Inskip pool.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ewell and Mollie Cupp, uncles Charlie Russell and Ray Cupp, and aunt Charsie Russell.
He was survived by his sister Tammy Collins (Jason), nephews Chad Collins (Jaden), Trevor Collins, and...
Treva Diane Workman
Nov 14, 2025
Treva Diane Workman, age 65 of LaFollette passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025. Treva was big hearted, strong, and she would do anything she could for anyone. She could make you smile with her smile, her laugh would make you laugh, and when she loved you, she loved you with every part of her heart- you could always feel...
Nelia Capps
Nov 13, 2025
Nelia Ann Capps, age 84, of Knoxville passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted member of American Baptist Church, she lived her life with deep faith and a sincere heart for others. Nelia was known for her gentle spirit, her unwavering love for her family, and her dedication to her church community....
Sam Carlton Erexson
Nov 13, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Sam Carlton Erexson, who was born on January 1, 1940, and passed away surrounded by family on November 13, 2025.
Sam was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His passing leaves a deep void in the lives of his immediate family, including his loving wife, Joyce Erexson, and...
Cường Bui
Nov 13, 2025
Cường Bui, age 93, was born in Đà Nẵng, Việt Nam, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was of the Roman Catholic faith.
Preceded in death by Father, (Môn Bùi); Mother, (Giảng Dương); siblings, Xanh Bùi, Chí Bùi, Trân Bùi, Quýt Bùi, Chạy Bùi, and Thới Huỳnh; and 3 sons, Sinh Bùi, Phú Bùi and Ngọc Bùi.
He is survived...
Eddie Dean Armstrong
Nov 12, 2025
Eddie Dean Armstrong Jr. passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born in Knoxville, TN on June 23, 1950. Eddie endured a life that was full of tragic events and only through his strong relationship with the LORD, was he to able to continue his life and make the best of it.
Most...
Wayne Michael Joseph Alexander
Nov 12, 2025
Wayne Michael Joseph Alexander (Doodle), age 55, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully in his home in the early hours of November 12th, 2025, with his family by his side after a strong and heartbreaking battle with cancer.
Wayne held a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Business Science, an Operations Management certificate, and was pursuing his Master’s degree.
Wayne was a dedicated...
Charlotte Poe Walsh
Nov 12, 2025
Charlotte (Hawkins) Poe Walsh, born December 26, 1938, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Charlotte was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She worked at St. Mary’s Hospital starting her career in the Credit Union and moving quickly to the personnel department, where she worked for 25 years helping many young people start their career in the healthcare field.
She...
Douglas Michael O'Hearn
Nov 12, 2025
Douglas Michael O’Hearn age 67, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at his home. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. In his spare time, you could find Douglas on the golf course playing. Douglas was preceded in death by his parents, Dallas and Florence O’Hearn, stepdaughter, Candy Honeycutt and grandson, Austin...
Caleb Huertas
Nov 11, 2025
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Caleb Gene Huertas, a joyful and vibrant young man who left this world far too soon on November 11, 2025, at the age of 20.
Caleb brought light, laughter and relentless love to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His smile could brighten any room...
