Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Mary Frances Knickman
Aug 8, 2021
Mary Frances Knickman, age 48, of Knoxville, TN, passed away at UT Medical Center Sunday, August 8, 2021. Mary loved latch hooking, and crossword puzzles. She loved her family above all things, especially her dogs Roxie & Lincoln (passed away and greeted her in Heaven), and Snuggles. She is survived by husband, Scott Eric Knickman; son, Joey Brecht; mother in...
Jeffrey Wayne Lewis
Aug 7, 2021
Jeffery Wayne Lewis, age 60 went to be with his Heavenly Father on August 7, 2021. He was a member of Lyons Creek Baptist Church. He was retired, but had previously worked at Caremax Durable Medical Equipment. He was an avid University of Tennessee Sports enthusiast. He graduated from Carter High School in 1978 playing baseball and excelled at football,...
Marianne Judith Troutman
Aug 5, 2021
Marianne Judith Carpenter Troutman, age 78 of Karns went to be with her heavenly father of Thursday, August 5, 2021 and rejoin her parents Cecil and Mary Carpenter and daughter Mary Ann after a courageous two year battle with various medical problems. Left to mourn passing include her husband of 57 years, Paul E. Troutman; children, Marie H. Evans, Anna...
Roy Fisher
Aug 5, 2021
Roy Kenneth Fisher, age 82, stepped into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 5, 2021. He was a member of House Mountain Baptist Church. After retiring from Cemex, he joked that he retired to be a taxi service for his grandkids; taking them to the bus stop, picking them up at school, or various sporting events. He loved his...
Amber Nicole Carroll
Aug 5, 2021
Amber Nicole Carroll, age 41 of Kodak, passed away on August 05, 2021. She is preceded in death by beloved grandparents Paul and Jean Parrott, and grandfather Leon Brown. She is survived by loving husband Greg Carroll, children; Alex Stephens, Jacob Sadowitz, Ali Carroll, and Brennan Carroll, parents Carl and Robin Brown, siblings; Chris Parrott, Tabatha (Erick) Beal, Dusty (Earlene)...
Frank Clifford Brock
Aug 4, 2021
Frank Clifford Brock age 74 of Fountain City passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He attended Ridgeview Baptist Church. He retired from Southern Railroad as a brakeman. He was a United States Army Veteran serving during Vietnam as a combat engineer, 4th Infantry Division, Steadfast and Loyal. Avid hunter and fisherman. Preceded in...
Doris Mae Norris
Aug 4, 2021
Doris Mae Lukkarila Norris (Dory), age 93, of Knoxville, passed away on August 4, 2021. She was born on November 14, 1927 to Julius and Minnie Lukkarila in Ashtabula, Ohio, and grew up there in a large family of Finnish heritage. Anyone who knew Dory knew she was witty, creative and willing to give of her time and talents. She...
Cindy Lou Hurst
Aug 4, 2021
Cindy Lou Hurst, age 40, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Waiting for Cindy to join them in Heaven were, father, Jackson Hurst Sr.; daughter, Shyan Hurst; and other family members. Leaving behind to celebrate her life, but morning her loss are mother, Deloris Wright; daughters, Ceirra Trammell,...
Robert Earl Perry
Aug 3, 2021
Robert “Bob” E. Perry, Jr., age 69 went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ suddenly on Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021. First and foremost, he was a devout Christian and lifelong member of Sunny View Baptist Church in Powell where he sat on the front pew and played his guitar for every service. He loved the Lord. Bob...
Margaret Denise Trentham
Aug 2, 2021
Margaret “Denise” Painter Trentham, born April 19, 1971, gained her heavenly wings Sunday, August 1, 2021. Denise was a dedicated mom, sister, and grandmother. She was of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Jeanie Painter; grandparents, Willis and Mary Scarbrough, Mae and Leroy Painter. Survived by daughters, Ashley Brown (Josh Wires), Brandy Fowler...
Bobby Gene Norris
Aug 2, 2021
Bobby Gene Norris Jr. age 47 of Maynardville, TN peacefully passed away on Monday, August 2nd 2021. He was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his dad Bobby Gene Norris Sr. and his brother Greg Emmit Norris. He is survived by his daughter MJ, mom Connie Norris Perry, brother Scottie Norris, niece Abbey Norris, nephew-in-law Marty...
Elsie Irene Sands
Aug 2, 2021
Elsie Irene Sands, age 82 of Maynardville passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021. Elise worked as a sewing machine operator at Palm Beach. Preceded in death by her husband Esco Sands; parents William and Helen Fagg; siblings John E. Fagg and Ray Fagg (Shirley); grandchild Tandy Jones. Elsie is survived by her daughter Tammy Jones (Junior); grandchildren Melissa Brasher...
James Edward Smith
Aug 1, 2021
James Edward Smith, age 65, passed away on August 1, 2021 at his home. Preceded in death by parents, Roscoe and Miva Russell Smith; wife and mother of his son, Linda Smith; brother, Earl Smith; sister-in-law, Diane Smith; brother-in-law, Buford Moore; nephew, Matt Smith. Survived by wife, Dawn Gentry; son, Gabe Smith; granddaughter, Zoe Baker; brother, Bob Smith (Cheryl); sisters,...
Rachel L. Chapman
Aug 1, 2021
Rachel Lasater Chapman, age 99, of Knoxville passed away on July 31, 2021. She was born to Bert and Maude Farrar Lasater on 12-06-1921 as their seventh child. She grew up on the farm in Hillsboro Tennessee. She then lived with her grandfather, Dr. C.M.H. Farrar to help with his care. The early years growing up were during the depression...
Mary Frances Cinnamon
Aug 1, 2021
Mary Cinnamon born November 23, 1946 of Knoxville, TN went home to the angels on August 1, 2021 at 1:55 pm. Mary who loved to be called ‘Mammaw’ by her loved ones had her loving husband, Willie ‘Sonny’ Cinnamon of 48 years and lovely daughter, Angielette by her side as she went to the angels. She is survived by her...
John Wesley Lampkin
Aug 1, 2021
John Wesley Lampkin age 38 passed away at his home on August 1, 2021. He was employed in the construction industry, but he was a jack of all trades. John is survived by his mother, Cynthia Pate, daughter, Hailey Lampkin and her unborn child, sister and brother-in-law Vicki and Michael Johnson and a host of other family and friends. He...
Carl Edward Hensley
Jul 31, 2021
Carl Edward Hensley, age 74 of Knoxville, was called home July 31, 2021. Anyone who knew Carl knew a wonderful compassionate man with many talents who enjoyed treasure hunting, NPR, and being a service to those he loved. His passing leaves a void in the world Carl retired from the U.S. Navy and a Vietnam Veteran in 1984 and returned...
Wayne Norman
Jul 31, 2021
Robert “Wayne” Norman Jr., age 59, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021. He was a beloved father, son, and brother. He is preceded in death by beloved mother Betty McGinnis Norman, son Brandon Childress, and four grandparents. He is survived by loving daughters Cheyann Norman and Ronda Puckett, father Robert Norman Sr., sister Robin (Clif Scott) Norman Beecher, and...
Kenneth Ray Robertson
Jul 31, 2021
Kenneth Robertson, age 80, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 31, 2021. Kenneth was a deacon who served his Lord for many years. He was a hardworking man who loved spending time with his family when he wasn’t sitting on the front porch counting cars. He is preceded in death by...
Jo Anna Bivens
Jul 31, 2021
Jo Anna Bivens, age 58, of Knoxville passed away on Saturday July 31, 2021. She was a member of Kingdom Embassy Church. Jo’s life revolved around family and friends. She enjoyed collecting her elephant trinkets, music, going to church with her family, and her purple hair helped lift her spirits in tough times. She was preceded in death by her...
