Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Marilyn S. Parker
Feb 20, 2023
Marilyn S. Parker, age 77 of Corryton, went to her heavenly home February 20, 2023. She was a great mother and Mamaw. Preceded in death by husband David Parker, parents Ethel Hammock and Frank Tharp, siblings Donald Tharpe, Vonda Epperson, Lawrence Tharp, Doyle Tharp, Carolyn Parker, and Juanita Camper. Survived by daughters Shona Parker and Amber (Walter) Talgo, special daughter...
Ronald G. Waugh
Feb 20, 2023
Ronald G Waugh, age 68 of Powell/ Maynardville passed away on February 20, 2023. Ron was of the Baptist faith and a graduate of Powell High School. He worked for 35+ years at the Knox County Highway Department, Sheriff’s Department and School system. He was a resource officer at Gibbs High School and Corryton Elementary. He loved his kids dearly....
Glen Edward Meridieth
Feb 20, 2023
Glen Edward Meridieth, age 86, passed away on February 20, 2023. He was born on September 13, 1936 to Ed and Mossie Meridieth. Glen was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by many. He was a member of Ridgedale Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Carl and Paul Ray;...
Walter M. Razler
Feb 20, 2023
Walter Michael Razler Jr. age, 79 of Philadelphia, PA, passed away February 20, 2023. Walter had a passion for nature and fishing. Survived by loving wife of 36 years, Fabiola Razler, daughters, Christine and Heather. Grandchildren, Jennifer, Joey, Michael, Matthew and Bentley. Sister, Elaine, niece and nephew, Angie and Michael. Best friend and cousin, Raymond. Precede in death by parents,...
Andrew Brevick
Feb 20, 2023
Andrew “Andy” Brevick, age 64, passed away and went home to be with his mom on February 20, 2023. He was accomplished Judo coach, and a creative man who loved working with tile. He enjoyed making people laugh. He is preceded in by his mother, Jane Brevick, and his father, Norman Brevick. He is survived by his daughter, Katrina Brevick;...
Laura Lee Bourff
Feb 20, 2023
On Monday, February 20, 2023, Laura Lee Bourff, loving wife, mother, and daughter, passed away at the age of 58. Laura was born on June 3, 1964, in Jacksonville, Florida to Columbus B. and Ruby Lee Sexton. Laura was a wonderful Mother to her only son, Michael. Laura loved her dogs, with her favorite being Brody, who will continue to...
Julia Marie Venearo
Feb 20, 2023
Julia Marie Venearo, age 21 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at Parkwest Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She was born February 26, 2001, at U.T. Medical Center. Julia went to Central High School. She was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Venearo. Julia is survived by her son, Jackson; mother, Courtney Mullins; grandmother,...
Edward Mack Cooper
Feb 19, 2023
Edward Mack Cooper, Sr., age 72 of Knoxville, went to be with his Lord and Savior in the morning hours of Sunday, February 19, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Eddie never wanted worldly things or fancy things. As long as he had a roof over his head, food to eat and his family was taken care of, he was...
Janet Battista
Feb 19, 2023
Janet Lynn Battista, age 69 of Knoxville, passed away on February 19, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. She was very active and loved hula hooping, photography, and art. Preceded in death by mother Evelyn Love, father Jesse Goins, sister Judy Killion. Survived by husband Jerry Battista, son Alex Battista, daughter Madison Battista, granddaughter Vivian Hall, son-in-law Tom Hall,...
Erma Lieb
Feb 19, 2023
Erma Lieb, age 87, of Olive Branch, Illinois, died Sunday, February 19, 2023. Erma enjoyed being in her garden in her spare time. She was preceded in death by her parents, Filbert and Ethel Thomas; siblings, Joe Thomas, Deb Thomas, Rosemary Lieb and Charles Allen Thomas; special friend, Elmer “Tug” Goske. She is survived by her beloved son, Michael (Stacie)...
Jordan Allen Rutherford
Feb 18, 2023
Jordan Allen Rutherford, age 35, of Knoxville, passed away on February 18, 2023 Jordan was born at UT Hospital on January 15th, 1988 to Robin Dukes and Tracy Rutherford in Knoxville. Jordan was a loving son, uncle, brother, and grandson. Jordan loved to fish, spend time with his family, draw, and share his art work with others.
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Ron Wayne Everett
Feb 18, 2023
Ron Wayne Everett, A.K.A. Ronnie, was a bright light in this dim world. His humor, laugh and smile were contagious. He always had a hobby to keep him busy when he wasn't busy at work or playing and being goofy with Noah. He taught Noah and I, Bridgett Everett (wife), something new and useful every day. He was brilliant, kind,...
James Monroe Smith
Feb 18, 2023
James Monroe Smith, age, 87 of Powell TN, son of Clara and Lee Smith, passed away February 18, 2023. James spent his lifetime in the Heiskell and Powell Tn communities. Graduated from Powell high school, where he was an outstanding basketball player. After 2 years of Army service, he began his carpentry career, retiring from Y-12 IN Oakridge Tn., James...
Robyn Troyer
Feb 18, 2023
Robyn Marie Troyer, 47, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Orrville, gained her angel wings on Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Knoxville. Robyn was born on November 28, 1975. She was a collector of postcards and stuff animals from claw games that she donated to the police department for the kids. Robyn is survived by her fiancé, Michael Shane Brooks, her...
Glenda Diane Harbin
Feb 17, 2023
Glenda Diane Harbin, age 67, of Powell, TN passed away peacefully February 17, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She will be greatly missed but will be remembered for her many acts of kindness. Glenda loved God’s word and attended Wallace Memorial Baptist Church. For 39 years Glenda was...
Rachel Elaine Smith
Feb 17, 2023
Rachel Elaine Smith, age 46 of Knoxville, passed away February 17, 2023. Preceded in death by grandparents Earl and Betty Passmore, and brother Blake Passmore. Survived by children daughter Haley Smith (Jeremy Kelley), son Tristen Smith (Taylor Williams), grandson Sutton Smith, mother/best friend Robyn Slaton, father and stepmother Steve and Lois Passmore, sister Natalie Wells (Justin Meridieth), grandparents Bob and...
Richard Corum
Feb 16, 2023
Richard Edward Corum Sr., age 67, passed away February 16, 2023. Richard was a long-time employee at Wolfe Tree Experts for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by beloved parents, Shirley Ann and Robert Lawrence Corum Sr., grandparents, Lewis and Ruth Corum, siblings Allen Corum, Wayne Corum, Teresa Corum, Joel Corum, and Jay Corum.He is survived by loving...
Kenneth Thomas Harrop
Feb 15, 2023
Kenneth T. Harrop, age 77 of Knoxville, passed away February 15, 2023. He was a proud Vietnam army veteran and was a right-wing gunnery. Kenneth is survived by daughter Kendra and husband Jason Chapman, son Travis and wife Michelle, grandchildren Hayley Harrop-Johnson, Christian Harrop, Natalie Johnson, Gavin and Michael Harrop, and several close friends. Per Kenneth’s request, there will be...
Shelby Blankenship
Feb 15, 2023
Shelby Fern (Eppling) Blankenship, age 84, went to meet her Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face, on February 15, 2023. Shelby was born on January 18, 1939 in Gap Mills, West Virginia to Benjamin Harrison Eppling and Esther Elizabeth (McClung) Eppling. She lived most of her life in the Halls Community of Knoxville where she was known and loved by...