Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Apr 7, 2022

Richard “Rick” Shockley, age 59, passed away on April 7, 2022. He is preceded in death by his father, Paris Shockley, and his brother, Dewayne Shockley. He is survived by his son, Travis Shockley, and his brother, Kenny (Gail) Shockley. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel at...

Apr 7, 2022

Marie Kerley, age 98 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2022. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Powell and a dedicated Christian woman. She retired from KUB. Marie will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by husband Jake Kerley, son Doug Kerley, and parents Granville and Rena Conner....

Apr 6, 2022

Justin Edward Keen, 31, of Heiskell, Tennessee went to his heavenly home on April 6, 2022. Justin was born in Knox County, Tennessee and attended Halls High School Justin was employed with Power Equipment. He attended Emmanuel Baptist church. Justin enjoyed being outdoors which included farming, being with friends and family, and helping others. Justin was a very giving and...

Apr 6, 2022

Sheila Renee Hanley-Loveday, age 54, of the Karns community went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Sheila was a true believer who put her faith and trust in Christ. Sheila was preceded in death by her father, John Thomas Hanley Sr.; and daughter, Kaitlyn Nicole Loveday. She is survived by her significant other, Denford King;...

Apr 6, 2022

Joseph Andrew Geames, age 43 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. He enjoyed spending time wrestling and watching his son’s race. Joseph was preceded in death by his father, C.W. Geames; grandmother, Betty; and brother, Steve. He is survived by loving wife, Kandy; sons, Baily (Sarah) Cardwell and Davin Cardwell; mother, Debbie Geames;...

Apr 5, 2022

Trula Lester Lampkin, age 98 of Knoxville, went to her heavenly home on April 5, 2022. Preceded in death by husbands Art Lester, Clyde Lampkin, and daughter Brenda Shaw. Survived by children Douglas (Deborah) Lester, Jacquelyn Lester, Pam Ray-Householder (Greg), and Jeanne Dial, grandchildren Melanie Peterson, Matthew Bray, Tiffany Wilson, Beth Hoskins, Stephanie Ray, Misty McKinney, great-grandchildren Kayleigh Bray, Micah...

Apr 4, 2022

Kay Frances “Bugs” Harvey passed away on Monday, April 4, 2022. She was of Baptist Faith and Cherokee Heritage. Proceeded in death by her husband, Dennis Harvey; son, David Harvey Sr.; brother, Charles Atkins; and parents, Elvin and Louise Atkins. Survived by grandchildren, Heather and Michael Smith, Breanna Couch, David Harvey Jr., Joseph Harvey, and Christopher Berry (Harvey); daughter-in-law, Tammie...

Apr 4, 2022

C. A. Beason, age 76, of Knoxville, died Monday, April 4, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Eula Beason; grandparents, Auther and Stella Beason; Lee and Elizabeth Stowes, several aunts, uncles and cousins. C. A. is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Beason; stepchildren, Chris and Jennifer Price, Kenneth and Stephanie Price and Chad and...

Apr 3, 2022

Lois Jane Lohman, age 89, of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2022 at her home after a brief illness. She had been a resident of Knoxville for over 20 years. She was born and raised Michigan until she moved to Ontario, Canada and Schererville, Indiana, before retiring in Knoxville. She was preceded in death by her mother and father,...

Apr 3, 2022

Dorothy “Dottie” Marie Coward Buhl, age 75, of Claxton went to be with her heavenly Father Sunday, April 3, 2022. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, reading, painting, and was an avid crafter. Dottie was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Dorothy Coward; and brothers, Eddie and Bryan Coward. She is survived by her brother,...

Apr 2, 2022

Brenda K. Bell Marshall Kerr, age 65, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 2, 2022. She was a member of Friendsview Baptist Church. She loved to cook and she was wonderful at it. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Kyle and Isa Bell; brothers, Ebert Bell and Raymond Bell; sisters, Christine Huffman and...

Apr 2, 2022

Jerri Dawn Ellis, age 61, of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at home. She was of the Baptist Faith. She was formerly of Bromley, KY. She was a great wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a good homemaker and enjoyed cooking. She loved gardening and had been a real estate agent with Rocky Top Realty. Preceded in...

Apr 2, 2022

Darryl Eugene Dunbar, age 83 of Knoxville left this earth and his tattered, worn body on April 2, 2022. After a five month battle with MDS, a rare blood cancer, he is finally at peace. Darryl was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He lived life to the fullest, rarely met a stranger, hardly made an enemy, and...

Apr 2, 2022

Cierra Jade Matthews Lacey, age 26 (April 25, 1995-April 2, 2022). Cierra was a bright shining light who brought beauty to many who knew her. She will always be with us in our hearts and minds. We thank her for the many wonderful times she gave us. She will be missed by many. She was the daughter of Christy Collins...

Apr 2, 2022

Mar 31, 2022

John Bruhin was born on December 9, 1964 to John Dennis Bruhin and Shirley Stinnett Bruhin. He grew up with humble beginnings and had one dream, to play football at the University of Tennessee. He began his journey at Powell High School playing and lettering all 4 years from 1980-1983. In high school, he won many awards. Sophomore of the...

Mar 30, 2022

William (Bill) Smithson, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Preceded in death by wife, Phyllis Collignon Smithson. Survived by 3 loving daughters, Lisa Smithson (Tony Fritts), Robin Smithson and Julie Smithson. Special thanks to NHC Healthcare and Fort Sanders Hospital. Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Private interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery....

Mar 30, 2022

Rev. Arville James “AJ” Crawford, met Jesus face to face, the One who he preached about for more than 60 years, on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. AJ was a veteran and a minister of the gospel of 60 years, which included 2 years at Hoitt Ave. Baptist Church where he was ordained, 18 years at Valley View Baptist Church, Knoxville,...

Mar 30, 2022

Margaret Catherine Monday Waller, born May 18, 1934 passed away March 30, 2022. She is preceded in death by husband of 57 years Hubert Waller, sisters Mary Rayfield, Ruby Greenway, Dorothy Shetler, Frances Nichols, Virginia Eldridge, brother John Monday, and son-in-law Roger Hill. She is survived by son Tim (Melanie) Waller, daughter Lisa Hill, grandchildren Megan Waller, Erin (Chris) Gray,...

Mar 30, 2022

Teresa Selene Tiller Heinz flew home to her Heavenly Father on March 30, 2022. With God by her side, she was blessed to survive many storms including the death of her only son, Zachary, in a car accident at 18 years old, non-Hodgins Lymphoma with future complications of two open heart surgeries, breast cancer, kidney cancer, and lung cancer. Teresa...