Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Frances Vergie Ford
Jan 28, 2023
Vergie Brabson Ford died on January 28, 2023, at GraceMore Nursing and Rehab in Brunswick, GA, at the age of 98. She was born on October 1, 1924, in Knoxville, TN, to Henry Pierce and Bertha Waddell Brabson. Vergie attended Rule High School. During World War II, she worked as a button inspector for the U.S. Army at Patton Button...
Barbara O. Walker
Jan 28, 2023
Barbara O. Walker, age 75, passed away January 28, 2023. She loved quilting, gardening, and church. Preceded in death by husband Billy Walker, son Curtis E. Frederick, and grandson Michael C. Jones. Survived by children Romona J. Jones of Blaine and James C. Maston of Blaine, grandchildren Ashley Lee of Oliver Springs, Mackenzy Longmire of Clinton, Logan Brummett of Oliver...
Debbie Faye Foster
Jan 27, 2023
Debbie Faye Foster, age 65, went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2023. She was a member of Clear Springs Baptist Church and won Gibbs High School’s Fairest of the Fair her senior year. Debbie lived to raise her kids, watching poker on tv, and making her garden look beautiful. Preceded in death by her father Harvey Henry...
Donald Wayne Moore
Jan 27, 2023
Donald Wayne Moore, age 50, passed away on January 27, 2023. He loved listening to music, and it was very important to him. He accepted Christ and was baptized at Victory Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his dad Walter “Sonny” Moore, grandparents Elizabeth and Roy Hyde, Mildred and Grover Moore, and grandniece Arya Smithers. He is survived...
Virginia Jean Wright
Jan 26, 2023
Virginia Jean Wright, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home on January 26, 2023. She is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, Jack Wright, and their three children Jerry (Catherine) Wright, Jackie Wortley, and Julie (Scott) Bell. Also survived by 22 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, her four siblings; Joan (Ed) Fowler, Wanda (Earl, deceased) Cupp, Glen Shiflet, and...
Mark Tracy Murray
Jan 26, 2023
Mark Tracy “Roundman” Murray, 55 of Knoxville TN, passed away on January 26, 2023 Tracy is preceded in death by his mother, Virgina “Genny” Murray and his father, Bobby “Bulldog” Murray. He was a beloved Mechanic. He is survived by; Missy Hurst Murray, Ginger Hunley Murray. Brother; Michael Murray. Sister; Sherry McElroy. Sons; Jimmy, Josh, Michael. Daughters; Crystal, Brittany M,...
Roscoe Sharpe
Jan 25, 2023
Roscoe “R.J.” Sharpe, age, 94 of Knoxville, went home to his Heavenly home in the morning hours of Wednesday, January 25, 2023. He was born February 6, 1928, to the late R.R. and Gertie Sharpe. R. J. loved tending to his garden every year. R.J. was a longtime member of and Deacon with Lincoln Park Baptist Church. He was retired...
Barbara Ziegler
Jan 25, 2023
Barbara Ziegler of Strawberry Plains went to be with the Lord on January 25 2023. Preceded in death by daughter; Mellissa Pack and baby, mother; Edith White, father; Daniel White, Brothers; Danny White, Fred White, nephew; Fred White, grandson; baby Jake. Survived by son; Joe Brodgon, Husband; Michael Ziegler, Sister; Robin Melton, Brother; Paul White, Grandchildren, Julia, Joejoe, Dylan, Melissa,...
Connie Sue Wallace
Jan 24, 2023
Connie Sue Nelson-Wallace, age 71 of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. She loved her grandchildren and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Paul Wallace, daughters; Patty (Tim) Capps, Donna Brown, son-in-law; Luis Martinez, sister; Jean Perkins, brother; Albert (Debbie) Nelson as well as many...
Pamela Susan Foss
Jan 24, 2023
Pamela Susan Foss, age 65, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formally of Miami, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. She was born at the Fort Benning Army Base in Columbus, Georgia to the late Oscar and Carolyn Forsyth. Pam loved country music, tole painting, dancing, bird watching, gardening, soaking up the sun on the beach, playing Garden Quest and June’s...
Darlene Oakley
Jan 24, 2023
Darlene Marie (Walters) Oakley “Duckie” passed away at home on January 24, 2023 at the age of 63. She was born to Shirley Walters and William Walters of Medina NY. She was a loving mother to four children. She loved to drive 18 wheelers and being over the road. She worked at Waffle House (Lovell Rd.) as a door seater...
Angela Sue Lee
Jan 23, 2023
Angela Sue Lee was called home to be with the Lord on January 23, 2023. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Lavator and Lois Sutton, Isaac and Celestial Boggs; sister, Susan Boggs; and brother, David Collins. Survivors include her mother, Melissa Collins; father, Wayne Boggs; brother, Chris Boggs; son, Daniel Noah (Felicia); son, Jacky Noah (Holly); daughter, Paige...
Brenda G. Stallings
Jan 23, 2023
Brenda Stallings, age 69, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 23, 2023. Brenda loved shopping, bowling and eating at Shoneys. Preceded in death by father, Jay Stallings; mother, Betty Rose Stallings; nephew, James Lyons. Survived by son, Jason Davis, Sr.; sisters, Gina Patton and Tina Rutledge; grandchildren, Jason Davis, Jr., Nate Ridenour and Devina Davis;...
Roy Daniel Beeler
Jan 23, 2023
Roy Daniel “Dee” Beeler, age 88, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully in the morning hours of Monday, January 23, 2023. He was a member of Faithway Baptist Church and Masonic Lodge # 244 F. & A.M. Dee was preceded in death by his parents, Roy D. and Beulah Beeler; son, Daniel J. (Danny) Beeler; sister, Neicie Wyrick and wife, Geraldine...
Mark Samuel Taylor
Jan 21, 2023
Mark Samuel Taylor, age 67 of Sweetwater went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 21, 2023. Mark loved fishing, camping and photography. Survived by wife of 10 years, Judith Taylor; son, Jason Allen Lambert; mother, Georgia Mae Byrd; brothers, Michael and Allen Taylor; sister, Jill Racek; many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 pm...
Buford Wayne Day
Jan 21, 2023
Buford Wayne Day, age 80, went to be with Jesus on January 21, 2023. He longed to be with the love of his life, Joyce Crippen Day, who passed a little over 3 weeks ago, so God graciously answered his prayer. Love never fails. His children were blessed to have him as their dad and will miss him always. He...
Carroll E. Smith
Jan 21, 2023
Carroll E. Smith, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2023. He was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Smith; parents J.E. and Nell Smith; brother, Marshall Smith; parents-in-law, Charlie and Bertha Cox; and brother-in-law, Dennis Cox. He is survived by his son, Johnny Smith;...
Charles Gary Bowden
Jan 20, 2023
Gunnery Sergeant Charles Gary Bowden recipient of the purple heart has passed away on January 20, 2023, at home with his loved ones by his side. He was a proud Marine, who was wounded in the Vietnam War along with his brothers in combat. He was true to his faith in God and loyal to his family and friends. He...
Caroline Yvonne Lawson
Jan 20, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Caroline (Tindell) Lawson on January 20, 2023 at home surrounded by her family. She was known to many as Nana. Caroline was born on July 9, 1947, and lived a full and meaningful life. She was a loving Nana, who devoted her life to her family. She was known...