Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Mar 7, 2022

Roy Edward “Eddie” Kirby, Jr., age 54, of Knoxville, TN, went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, March 7, 2022. He is now resting at the feet of Jesus. Eddie was preceded in death by his father, Roy Edward Kirby, Sr., who was married to his mother for 52 years; great grandmother, Bonnie W. Hodge. He is survived...

Mar 7, 2022

Charles Eugene Rush, Sr., age 71, of Corryton, passed away peacefully at home on Monday March 7, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond “Runt” and Mae Rush; brothers, David, Bill and Frank; sister, Delcie. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Kathy; sons, Charles Jr. and wife Bethany, Daniel and husband Jake; three...

Mar 7, 2022

Mar 6, 2022

Jack Russell Scott, age 89, of Powell went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Born November 22, 1932 he was a Baptist, a 32nd Degree Mason, and Shriner. Retired from Rohm & Haas Co. He enjoyed collecting Hot Wheels and model cars. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Beulah Scott; brothers,...

Mar 6, 2022

Carolyn Thomas Edington, 72, went to be with our Lord and Savior after a difficult battle with cancer on March 6, 2022. Lovingly called "Granmaw" by many, she was known as generous, kind, compassionate, forgiving, and encouraging. She rarely met a stranger and was always willing to talk to everyone about Jesus. During her career as a senior bookkeeper in...

Mar 5, 2022

Bobby Harold Osborne Jr. passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022. He loved to fish and was a carpenter. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Pearl Osborne. He is survived by his sons, Zack Osborne and Jason Osborne; stepsons, Doug Strange and Keith Gideon; grandchildren, Zayda Lee Osborne, Bubba Strange, and Ashlee Strange; great-granddaughter, Ember Strange;...

Mar 5, 2022

James Clayton Bright, age 67 of Knoxville, traded in his favorite hat for a Halo Saturday evening, March 5, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Clayton was preceded in death by his father, James H. Bright and son Austin Bright. He is survived by his beloved wife, Glenda Bright; daughter, Chelsey Bright Varner; sons, Shon Bright and Tyler Bright; loving...

Mar 5, 2022

Dennis Glen Wyrick, age 57, of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 5, 2022. He was a member of Sunbright Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, horses, spending time with family, and being a grandfather. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, R.B. Wyrick; and grandparents, Rector and Alberta Wyrick and Benny and Alice Brumitte....

Mar 4, 2022

Ronald E. Smith, age 74, of Knoxville went to be with the Lord Friday, March 4, 2022. Ronald loved being outside and loved mowing wherever he could. He is preceded in death by parents Thelma and Clyde Smith, sisters; Wanda Eubanks, Deloris Smith, Nellie Miller, and Elizabeth Hall, brothers; William T. Smith and David Smith. He is survived by daughter...

Mar 4, 2022

James Clyde Grant, Jr. age 64 of Clinton passed away suddenly Friday, March 4, 2022 at his home. He attended church services at Charles G. Seivers Towers in Clinton. He was preceded in death by parents; Judith and James C. Grant, Sr., Grandmother, Matilda Love. Survivors; sons, David, Chris, Brad and Josh Grant. Best friend, Janet Grant. Grandchildren; Neveah Grace...

Mar 3, 2022

J.D. Brown, age 70, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord Thursday, March 3, 2022. J.D. was a professional painter and loved to paint animals in his free time. He is preceded in death by beloved parents Cletus and Nellie Brown, and sister Mary Jean Campbell. He is survived by loving fiancé Mary Jean Jackson, step-grandchildren; Justin and...

Mar 3, 2022

Stephen V. McMahan, age 70, of Knoxville, passed away on March 3, 2022, courageously fighting cancer for 7 years. He was a building contractor & developer in Knoxville and surrounding areas. He loved to spend time in the woods hunting, working on the cattle farm, spending time with his grandchildren and loved to joke with everyone in his own mischievous...

Mar 3, 2022

Teddy Dean Bryant, age 56. It’s not goodbye, it’s until I see you again. Preceded by his father, Burl Bryant; father-in-law, Earl Grubb; grandson, Elijah Bryant. Survived by wife, Linda Bryant; children, Dwayne Bryant (Shannon), Joshua Bryant (Magon), Cory Bryant (Ashli), Sierra Bryant (Christian), Steven Bryant (Audrey); brother, Brandon Bryant (Ashley) and many loving grandchildren. There are no services at...

Mar 3, 2022

Paul Edward “Eddie” Sexton Sr., age 58 of Knoxville, passed away on March 3, 2022, at Tennova North. He is preceded in death by his father; Sonny B. Sexton. He is survived by his wife of 19 years; Corina A Sexton, his four children; Britney M. Maples, Karey R. Sexton, Paul “P.J.” Sexton Jr., and Joshua Barber; and his four...

Mar 3, 2022

Kenneth Wayne Rutherford, Sr., age 70, of Powell, TN died Thursday afternoon, March 3, 2022. Kenneth was a retired Transport Specialist. He was preceded in death by parents, Leon and Bessie Rutherford; brother, Wilburn Rutherford and various aunts, uncles and cousins. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Lola Rutherford; children, Kristie Rutherford, Sherrie Padgett and Kenneth Rutherford, Jr.; grandchildren, Kenzie...

Mar 2, 2022

Dorothy A. Miracle, 83 of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed from this life on March 2, 2022. She was born April 19, 1938 to Clarence and Bertie Latham. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, Matthew Miracle, brothers Edgar Latham and James Latham, sister Geneva Blackwell, son Richard Miracle, and grandson Isaiah Miracle. Left to mourn her passing are her children...

Mar 1, 2022

Anita Louise Valentine, Devoted Mother, Grandmother and Caregiver, Dies at 71 Anita Louise Valentine passed away peacefully on March 1, 2022, at the University of Tennessee Hospital after struggling with illness over the past months. Anita was a caring and compassionate lady whose capacity for empathy and sympathy was limitless. Her loving nature was grounded in her abiding faith and...

Mar 1, 2022

Shelba Jean Stooksbury, 81, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on March 1, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, Rex and Flora Mae Foust, and son, Eric Stooksbury. Survived by her husband of 63 years, Glenn Stooksbury; sister, Linda Mantooth; daughter, LeAnn Stooksbury; granddaughter, Beth (Jonathan) Tharpe; grandson, Justin (MeaKayla) Stooksbury; great-grandchildren, Abby and Aubree Tharpe, and Greyson...

Mar 1, 2022

Malachi Anthony Stewart, age 19, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. He is survived by his son, Myles Stewart; father, Ron Stewart; mother, Melissa Stewart; brothers, Alex White and Xavier Stewart; sister, Jasmine Evans; and many more aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Mynatt Funeral Home...

Mar 1, 2022

Richard “Ricky” Monroe Davis, age 36, of Knoxville passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Ricky was a very loving person and if you had him as a friend than you would have a caring person that would give you the shirt off of his back and a friend for life. Ricky you are loved and missed. He is survived...