Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Charles Uel Starkey
Jul 11, 2025
Charles Uel Starkey "Bud" age 78 of Knoxville, was born January 7, 1947 and passed away suddenly Friday, July 11, 2025 at Holiday Echo Ridge Senior Living in Knoxville, TN. Retired SGM with the United States Army. He was a 32 degree Mason, Scottish Rite Bodies, American Legion, Viet Nam Veterans Association and member of the United Methodist Church all...
Evert Lee Carter
Jul 11, 2025
CARTER, Evert Lee – of Montrose, Michigan formerly of Corryton, Tennessee, age 89, died Friday, July 11, 2025, at Hurley Medical Center. Evert was born December 14, 1935, in Corryton, Tennessee, to the late Fred and Katie (Karnes) Carter. He graduated from Gibbs High School in Corryton, Tennessee and honorably served in the United States Navy. Evert shared 16 years...
Dennis Wade McMahan
Jul 11, 2025
Dennis (Denny) Wade McMahan, 80, of Knoxville, departed this earth on July 11, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Truman McMahan and mother Cleadus Kessler McMahan of Greensburg, KY and his brother Billy McMahan of Fishers, IN. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Ford McMahan, his sister Rita McMahan Milby (Randal Joe), and sister-in-law Carolyn McMahan....
Minnie Loetta Elkins
Jul 11, 2025
Minnie Loetta Elkins, age 97, of Heiskell, TN, passed away on July 11, 2025.
She was a lifelong member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church and was the church pianist for several years.
She is preceded in death by parents David R. and Ibbie (Warwick) Elkins; sisters, Donia Stooksbury, Opal Brummitte, and Naomi Elkins; and her brothers, Wyatt, Burl, and Earl Elkins.
Minnie is...
Morrel J. "Bud" Patterson
Jul 9, 2025
Morrel J. "Bud" Patterson, age 87, of Andersonville, TN passed away peacefully in his home on July 9th, 2025. Bud was born in Crowder, Mississippi on September 20, 1937, to the late Albert and Luna Mae Patterson and moved to Michigan where he lived most of his adult life. He was the 6th of 8 siblings. He was also preceded...
Angela Sue Hollifield
Jul 9, 2025
Angela Sue Hollifield, 65, passed from this life to begin her eternal journey on Thursday, July 9, 2025 at her home in Kingsport, Tennessee, with her loving family by her side. Angela was born on November 28, 1959 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to Wendell and Margie Daughtery.
She married Steve Hollifield on August 31, 1984, in Knoxville, Tennessee, and they have...
Opal May Lewis
Jul 9, 2025
Opal May Lewis, age 52, of Knoxville, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. She was of Catholic faith. She was a long time housekeeper and owner of OML Cleaning. She was preceded in death by William Prince, Yvonne Prince, Sara Louise Harris, Diane Sons and Little Toddie. She is survived by daughters, Sara Seaton and Yvonne Dennison; sons,...
David "Davy" Michael Appling
Jul 8, 2025
David Michael Appling “Davy, Davo” was born July 20, 1978 (Age 46) and suddenly went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday July 8, 2025. Davy loved to fish and go to the races. He loved his family wholeheartedly. He loved to joke around and was always laughing and trying to make others laugh. Davy was loved by so...
Brenda Sue Frye
Jul 8, 2025
Brenda Sue Frye, age 80, of Powell, went to be with her heavenly father on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Carl Lee Frye; mother and father, Norman and Lela Gass; sister, Naomi Merritt; brothers, Jim and Joe Gass; great-grandson, Zachary Branam; and sons-in-law, Dennis Ball and Michael Mink.
She is survived by her sweet...
Stacey Thomas Benson
Jul 7, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Stacey Thomas Benson. Stacey passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, in Nashville on Monday, July 7, 2025, after a six-month-long battle with an undiagnosed gastro illness.
Blessed with a generous spirit and warmth, Stacey conducted himself with kindness, integrity and a love for life. Stacey...
Delores Bolton Tidwell
Jul 7, 2025
Mrs. Delores Bolton Tidwell, age 79 of Powell, TN, formerly of LaFollette, TN, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend and leaves behind a legacy of love, grace and unwavering strength. Delores will be fondly remembered for her courage and positive spirit throughout her battle with cancer. More than anything, she will be cherished for...
Michael Velazquez
Jul 6, 2025
Michael David Allen Valezquez, age 48, of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was employed at Firehouse Subs. Michael was a great friend, loving father and caring and respectful person, and was loved by many.
Preceded in death by father, Gilbert Martinez; sister, Nicole Velazquez; and grandmother, Wilma Taylor.
Survivors include mother, Sharon Martinez; children, Brittany Velazquez, Anthony Velazquez, Joseph...
Peggy Lou Rabideau
Jul 6, 2025
Peggy Lou Rabideau, beloved Grandmother, and Mother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6th, 2025, at the age of 85. She was surrounded by her loved ones in her home, finding peace in the embrace of her family.
She lived a beautiful life surrounded by family and friends celebrating every holiday and creating memories that lasted a lifetime. She hosted many...
Michael Bashun Sutton
Jul 5, 2025
Michael Bashun Sutton, age 36, of Knoxville, Tennessee, lost his battle with addiction on July 5, 2025. Originally from Forest Park, Georgia, Bashun had made his home in Corryton, Tennessee, since 2007. Bashun was a kind-hearted, polite, mannerable, and funny man—someone who was easy to like and hard to forget. He was artistic from a young age and loved to...
Gary W. "Tater" Powell
Jul 5, 2025
Gary W. Powell (Tater), age 63, of Powell, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of Sunny View Baptist Church. He was a former employee of Sam’s Club.
Preceded in death by his father, Bobby Powell, and brother, Bobby Powell Jr.
Survived by mother, Barbara...
Gale Richard Engelke
Jul 4, 2025
Gale Richard Engelke, age 69 of Powell, TN passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. Gale was a devout Lutheran and a committed follower of Jesus Christ.
He is preceded in death his parents, Paul John and Ruby Mae Engelke, and brother, Russel. He is survived by his wife Rhonda Harbin; siblings, Roger Engelke, Sandi Reichling, Milton (Virginia) Engelke, Marvin (Elaine)...
Betty Jean Wilson
Jul 4, 2025
Betty Jean Wilson, age 94, of Knoxville passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. Services will be held at a later date. Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel is honored to serve the family of Betty Jean Wilson.
Patsy Lee Linginfelter
Jul 4, 2025
Patsy Lee Linginfelter, 80, of Knoxville, passed away at her home on July 4, 2025.
She was born on March 15, 1945, to the late Corum and Lorraine (DeMarcus) Rutherford. Patsy was a longtime member of Valley Grove Baptist Church, and worked many years as a seamstress for Levi-Strauss.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Corum and Lorraine; husband, Carl;...
Ricky Dale Breeden
Jul 3, 2025
Ricky Dale Breeden, an Army veteran, passed away on July 03, 2025 at the age of 68. He was preceded in death by parents, Helen and Jay Breeden; sisters, Bobbie, Judy, Janet, Diana, and Betty; brothers, Jay, Jr. (Butch), Charlie (Buster), and John. Survivors: sister Pat and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews who will miss him dearly.Ricky will be interred...
Vaughn Junior Faulkner
Jul 3, 2025
Vaughn J. Faulkner age 75, of Corryton, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Ann Faulkner, parents, Charles and Onnie Faulkner, and grandson, Christopher Daniels. He is survived by his children: Joe “Spiz” Ferguson (Donna), Stephen Daniels (Kerri), Heather Daniels, Corey Daniels (Jason), Rachael McAuley (Mac), Terri Davis, William Faulkner, Katrina...
