Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Kenneth Leon Hemphill
Nov 11, 2022
Kenneth Leon Hemphill, age 68, of Powell passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mildred Hemphill; brothers, Dennis Hemphill and Charles Hemphill; and sister-in-law, Janie Hemphill. He will be missed by his brothers, Mike Hemphill (Donna), Joe Hemphill, JT Hemphill (Sandy); sister-in-law, Velma Jean Hemphill; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Peggy...
Timothy Allen Brock
Nov 11, 2022
Timothy Allen Brock, age 56, of Knoxville, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022. He was of the Baptist faith. Timothy loved to rebuild cars, especially hotrods, spending time with his family and all of his 4 daughters, 11 grandchildren, and riding his Harley motorcycle with his wife. He is preceded in death by father, Leslie Brock; mother, Patricia Hickson;...
Samuel Valle-Rodriguez
Nov 10, 2022
Samuel Valle-Rodriguez, age 43 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022. He is survived by loving wife Jaclyn Valle, children Giovanni Valle, Camila Valle, Brendan Mantooth, and Jaycee Valentine, mother M.A. Elvira Rodriguez Arellano, father Leonel Valle. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com
Naomi Wade Elkins
Nov 10, 2022
Naomi Wade Elkins, age 88, of Heiskell, Tn. Passed away November 10,2022. She was a life long member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church and was a pianist for several years. Preceded in death by parents, David Roy and Ibbie Warwick Elkins, sisters, Donia Stooksbury, Opal Brummitte. Brothers, Wyatt, Burl and Earl Elkins. Survived by sister, Minnie Elkins, brother Owen (Julia)...
Francois Roberts
Nov 9, 2022
Francois “Fran” Roberts, age 94, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at 2:13PM on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at her home. Fran was a wonderful Christian wife and mother with a contagious smile and laugh. She retired from G&A Palmer and was a member of First Baptist church Ft. City for almost 50 years. During that time, she was an Adult...
Melissa Rena Hammett
Nov 9, 2022
Melissa Rena Hammett, age 53 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 9, 2022. She enjoyed listening to music, crafting, and spending time with her family, and her favorite hobby was cooking. She was preceded in death by beloved parents Kenneth Turner and Barbara Sexton. She is survived by husband Allen Hammett, children Cody Morse, William Morse,...
Doug Eugene Cole
Nov 9, 2022
Douglas Eugene Cole, age 54, of Corryton, TN, got his angel wings and went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. He was a faithful and active member of Rutledge Pike Missionary Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by grandparents, John and Martha Cole, and OV and Hazel Sweet. He is survived by parents, Jackie and Ruby...
Crystal Braden
Nov 9, 2022
Crystal Braden, age 42, of Knoxville passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. She was a member of South Side Baptist Church. Crystal is preceded in death by her father, Michael Braden; grandparents, John and Nellie Braden; and fiancé, Mark Loy. She is survived by her mother, Nancy Hundley; daughter, Kelly Dugger; son, Tyler Dugger; sisters, Amanda Geames, and Jennifer...
Carol Anne Carey
Nov 9, 2022
Carol Ann Carey passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. Carol was born in Peekskill, New York on July 25th, 1946. She grew up in Croton-on-Hudson. She was the daughter of Martin and Revea Griff. Carol was married to Michael Carey of Crotonville, New York. She was a devoted wife and mother as Michael served our country for 30 years...
Hope Wolfenbarger
Nov 8, 2022
Hope Farmer Wolfenbarger, born July 10, 1930, in Knoxville, as the only child of Blake and Gladys Farmer, went to be with the Lord on November 8, 2022. She Loved the lord and her family. A 1947 graduate of Rule High School and faithful member of Euclid Ave. and later Cumberland Baptist Church. Hope was a long-time member and Worthy...
Richard Guy Craig
Nov 7, 2022
Richard Guy Craig, (Stoop), of Pigeon Forge, TN, passed away peacefully on Nov. 7, 2022, at the age of 86. He was a devoted follower of Christ and member of First Baptist Church of Sevierville. There he served as Benevolence Coordinator and faithful “Care” volunteer. He was also, a beloved greeter at the Louise Mandrell Theater worship services. Born on...
Linda Darlene Jones
Nov 7, 2022
Linda Darlene Jones, age 64, passed away on November 7, 2022. Preceded in death by mother, Myrle Gass; father and stepmother, Sam and Joyce Reynolds. Survived by loving husband of 45 years, Bill Jones; children, Missy and husband Justin Olson; Tyler and wife Katy Jones; grandchildren, Tristan and Fisher; loving brother, Steve Reynolds; sister, Debbie Chadwick; as well as many...
Opal Tharp Graves
Nov 6, 2022
Opal Tharp Graves, age 86, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord, on November 6, 2022. She was and avid gardener. She loved her grandson, Evan. She was a hardworking mother who loved her children deeply. Retired from Knox Porcelain Products after 48 years. She was a devoted Christian, loved Jesus, Opal was loved by many and will...
Juanita Hall Gardner
Nov 5, 2022
Juanita Hall Gardner, age 89, of Knoxville passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church. Juanita enjoyed painting, puzzles, hiking and church activities. Preceded in death by husband; Norman F. Gardner Sr., son; Norman F. Gardner, Jr. Daughter; Aree Carole Johnson and parents; Pugh and Nina Belle Hall, And several siblings. Survivors; Son,...
Ronnie Wayne Tatum
Nov 5, 2022
Ronnie Wayne Tatum age 78, of Andersonville, Tn. passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022. Past Deacon and member of New River of Life Church. Founding member of the Tri County Boys Gospel Band and The Difference. Retired employee of Cherokee Country Club. Preceded in death by 1st wife Roberta Tatum, Parents; James and Mildred Tatum, Sons; Patrick Tatum and William...
Linda Lee Stephenson
Nov 5, 2022
Linda Lee Jordan Stephenson passed from this life at age 75 on 11/5/2022. She is predeceased by her parents Nathan Tanner Jordan (8/4/1918 – 9/16/2001) and Gwen Ellen Elwell Jordan (9/23/1921 – 9/26/2020). She is survived by her husband of almost 57 years, Cecil Milford Stephenson, children, Tina Lee Stephenson Shields, Andrew William Stephenson, Scott Cecil Stephenson, and Melinda Stephenson,...
Jason Martin Nitzberg
Nov 5, 2022
Jason Martin Nitzberg, age 39 of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Knoxville and Rio Revolution Church in Maryville. Throughout his life Jason enjoyed movies, music, animals, fishing, basketball, football, soccer, and sports in general. Preceded in death by mother, Anita Nitzberg; grandmother, Bobbie Bender; and...
Kathern Lucreta Ruth Collins
Nov 4, 2022
Kathern “Katie Bug” Lucreta Ruth Collins, age 23, went to be with her mama on November 3rd, 2022. Kathern loved animals and she was a very loving aunt and sister. Preceded in death by her mother, Kathy Collins; sister-in-law, Aaliyah Bernard; uncle, Steve Collins; brother, Shawn Collins; and her grandparents. Survived by her father, Alvin Collins Sr. (Tara); siblings, Alvin...
Billy Ray Sexton
Nov 4, 2022
Billy Ray Sexton, age 51, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022. He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, four- wheeling, and riding motorcycles. Preceded in death by biological father William Sexton. Survived by son Richard Mason Sexton and daughter Madison Rae Sexton; girlfriend Cassie Hopson; brother Jessie Parton and his mother Kathy Noel and father Tommy Parton. Family will receive...
Betty Ruth Newman
Nov 4, 2022
Betty Ruth Newman, Mom, Aunt Betty, Mamaw, Sister Newman, born December 4, 1927 in Knoxville TN, passed away November 4, 2022, to lie with Jesus. She had three jobs in her life, the Standard Knitting Mill, Mom, and the Door Greeter at church. Betty Loved the Lord Jesus Christ and going to church. I believe she is happy now and...
