Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Hung Manh Duong
Feb 15, 2022
Hung Manh Duong, 68, passed peacefully at home in Knoxville, Tennessee on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. He was surrounded by his wife of 38 years, two daughters, son-in-law, two grandsons, and close relatives and friends through his final days. Hung was born in Vinh Phuc Yen near Hanoi on February 2, 1954, the same year his parents left North Vietnam...
Damon Patterson
Feb 15, 2022
Dr. Damon Patterson, of Knoxville, Tennessee, a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and preacher of the gospel, gently slipped into the arms of his heavenly Father on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at the age of 93 years. He was born on March 16, 1928, in Balkan, Kentucky in a mining camp to Fred Gordon and Zora Fairzinia Patterson....
Marty Ray Miles
Feb 15, 2022
Marty Ray Miles, age 54, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. He is preceded in death by parents, Jerry and Delcie Miles; brother Terry Miles. He is survived by children, Casey Hunter, Michelle Miles, Taylor Miles, Tyler Miles; grandchildren, Calli Humphrey; sister, Angie Kirkman; nephews, Evan, Cory Nicholas; nieces, Lauralee and Bethany. Friends may visit with the family on...
Larma Charles Asbury
Feb 14, 2022
Chuck Asbury, age 67, passed on Monday, February 14, at his home due to complications from Covid. Born in Union County, Tennessee, his sense of adventure and love of new experiences led him to enlist in the United States Navy. In his youth, he travelled the Mediterranean as a member of the crew of the USS Nimitz and returned home...
John Edward Brooks
Feb 14, 2022
John Edward Brooks Sr., age 86 of Corryton, went to be with his wife and siblings on Monday, February 14, 2022. John was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed being outdoors in Cades Cove, cheering on the Atlanta Braves, and making people laugh with his mischievous pranks. Family was everything to John. He was originally employed at Corryton Lumber Company, then...
Shawn Frederick Doering
Feb 13, 2022
Shawn Frederick Doering, age 39 of Knoxville, Tennessee died suddenly February 13, 2022. Shawn was born September 17, 1982 in St. Petersburg Florida. Shawn was a 2001 graduate of Dixie Hollins High school and moved to Knoxville Tennessee shortly after graduation. Shawn was a long term employee of Melaleuca The Wellness Company where he was well liked and had many...
William Joseph Wagster
Feb 13, 2022
William Joesph Wagster 60 passed away on February 13, 2022 in his sleep @ his home in Knoxville Tenn. Bill was born in Oklahoma City Ok. on January 23, 1962 to Bill and Teresa Wagster. Bill was such a funny and loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, friend. Becky was his love of his life!! He lived life to the fullest...
Judith Richardson
Feb 12, 2022
Judith Bowen Richardson, a teacher to hundreds of elementary students and a friend to all, died February 12, 2022. She was born June 18, 1947 in Charleston, WV and grew up in St. Albans, WV. Judy graduated with the Saint Albans High School Class of 1965. Judy’s teaching career spanned over 30 years. At the time of her retirement, she...
Louise Ann Heredia
Feb 12, 2022
Louise Ann Heredia, age 68, born in Chicago, Illinois went to be with the Lord on February 12, 2022. Louise (Lulu) loved to play with her baby dolls, work on puzzles, color, dance to disco music and watch animated movies. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marcelino and Sara Heredia. She is survived by her brother, Gilbert Heredia;...
Edward L. Ayers
Feb 12, 2022
Edward L. Ayers, Jr., 90, formerly of Rock Hill, SC, passed away February 12, 2022, in Knoxville, TN, surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward L. Ayers, Sr., his mother, Louise R. Ayers, and his son, Dennis L. Ayers. He is survived by his wife, Janice L. Ayers, his daughter, Glenna Ghantt (Randy),...
Teresa Smith Lett
Feb 12, 2022
Teresa Smith Lett, age 60, of Knoxville stepped into Glory on Saturday afternoon, February 12th, 2022. She was a strong Christian, devoted wife of over 40 years, and a loving mother. She is survived by her husband Frank Lett, daughter Amanda Lett Humphrey (Justin), Son Zachary Lett (Brittany), parents John T. and Nancy Smith, brother Mike Smith (Jeri), and several...
Pauline Hurst
Feb 12, 2022
Pauline Hurst, age 92, passed away February 12, 2022 at NHC Fort Sanders. She was a devoted member at West Side Baptist Church for over 50 years. She loved stuffed animals, dolls, and crafts. She was preceded in death by husband, Rev. Howard (Bunny) Hurst; daughters, Gail Jones, Diane Lynn; granddaughter, Nakomia Lynn; parents, Rev. Bill and Gladys Clevenger. Survived...
Carolyn Sue Seagle
Feb 12, 2022
Carolyn Sue Seagle, a caring wife, mother, nana, sister and friend passed away peacefully on February 12, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. Carolyn was born on April 1st 1942 in Elizabethton TN. She grew up in Oak Ridge TN, where she met her husband Ronald Seagle and married on June 29th 1959. Carolyn devoted her life to loving...
Roy L. Kruse
Feb 11, 2022
Royden Lamont “Roy” Kruse, age 82, of Halls went home to be with his Lord Friday, February 11, 2022 at his home. He had a career as a Teamster Union Representative for Local 692 for 27 years. After he retired Ray spent his time helping his community and being involved with multiple charities such as East Tennessee Epilepsy Foundation, Young...
Arzetta Lovell England
Feb 11, 2022
Martha Arzetta England passed into a lavender and orange sky at sunset to meet her Savior on Friday, February 11, 2022 at her home. Known to many as Ladybug or Aunt Zett, she was preceded in death by husband James Richard “JR” England, parents Horace and Nettie Lovell, siblings H. N., B. L., Eddie, Lorena, Dolly, Dorothy, Mary Ella, and...
Georgia Ellen Wamack
Feb 11, 2022
Georgia Ellen Wamack went home to be with the Lord, at age 82, early on Friday morning, February 11, 2022 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was surrounded by her family until her departure at South High Senior Living in Knoxville, TN. Georgia, a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, was born in Knoxville, TN on August 27, 1939....
Clifford Junior Ray
Feb 11, 2022
Clifford Junior Ray Sr, age 70 of Knoxville, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022. He was of the Baptist faith and retired from Wilkerson Window & Gutters after 20 years of service. Clifford is survived by his wife, Lavada Ray; grandchildren, Timothy (Stephanie Gilland) Weaver, Michelle (William Harris) Weaver, Michael (Deetta) Weaver, Elizabeth (John) Neal, and Gary Weaver; great-grandchildren,...
Darlene Mynatt Neubert
Feb 9, 2022
Francis “Darlene (Mynatt) Neubert, was tragically taken from us on February 6, 2022, at her home in Dunedin, FL. She was a daughter, wife, stepmother, friend, cousin, and loved by many. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Louise Mynatt (Henson); her father, James B. Mynatt; her husband, Stephen M. Neubert. She was survived by, several cousins, many...
Fred Addley
Feb 9, 2022
Fred G. Addley, age 82 of Knoxville, passed away at Oak Ridge Methodist Medical Center on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. He enjoyed spending time dancing with the Smoky Mountain Shaggers. He was known as “Mr. Gadget Man.” He is survived by sister Janet Mellon; and best-friend Janice Davis. An inurnment will be held at a later date. Online condolences may...
Peggy Laverne Taylor
Feb 9, 2022
Peggy Laverne Taylor, age 91, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. She graduated from Knoxville School of Nursing in 1951 and continued a career in nursing for the rest of her life. She enjoyed traveling and was affectionately known as the “Queen of Hilton Head.” She also was known for her Tuesday night family dinners, loved to...
