Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Wendell Ray Everett
Sep 1, 2021
Wendell Ray Everett passed away at Park West Hospital Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Ray was born on January 5, 1938 to parents Joe and Nanny Everett. He and his wife, Nancy were high school sweethearts who celebrated 64 years of marriage. He proudly served in the United States Army as a young man. Ray worked as a Service Manager at...
Karyn Alice Beets
Aug 31, 2021
Karyn Alice Beets, age 60 of Powell, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. She was a member of Twilite Community Church. Preceded in death by her parents George and Barbara Bryan, husband Robert Foy and nine siblings. She is survived by her daughter Jennifer Foy (Joshua Barnes), grandchildren Aiden Barnes and Annastasia Hull, sister Lorilyn Bryan and nephew...
Trevor Kirk Turney
Aug 30, 2021
Trevor K. Turney, age 55, of Knoxville, TN., passed away Monday, August 30, 2021. Trevor was a talented musician and composer along with being a huge animal lover (especially dogs). He had a great sense of humor and was loved by many. He is preceded in death by father, Kirk Turney. Trevor is survived by his wife, Chasity Turney; mother,...
Walter Clyde Carden
Aug 29, 2021
Walter C. Carden (Pete) age 90 of Heiskell, passed away quietly at Westmoreland Health and Rehab on August 29, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Fletcher and Nola Carden, 7 brothers, and 3 sisters. He leaves behind his loving sister Alberta and her husband James Bacon, as well as several nephews. Family and friends will meet at Fairview Freewill Baptist...
Michael Dudley Hill
Aug 29, 2021
Michael Dudley Hill, age 50, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by grandparents, James D. and Edith Mae Hill, and L.M and Mildred L. Allison; infant brother, Jeffery Clark; aunts, Jean Godfrey and Wanda Large; uncles, Herbert Allison, Harvey Allison and Dennis Zimmerman. Survived by parents, Walter and Frances Hill; sister, Jennifer...
Robert Eugene Miller
Aug 29, 2021
Robert Eugene "Bobby" Miller left this world behind on Sunday, August 29th, 2021, and went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Bobby was born on March 21st, 1951. He was one of God's special people, who some call mentally handicapped. But what Bobby lacked in mental acuity, he more than made up for in emotional intelligence....
Mary Helen Robertson
Aug 28, 2021
Born March 20th, 1942 as Mary Helen Overton she brought the sunshine of Spring with her and it never faded over the years. Although, her smile left us on Saturday August 28th, 2021 to see her friends and family in Heaven we will always hold her memories close to our hearts. Battling an illness these last few months, Mary Helen...
Ray D. Butler
Aug 28, 2021
Ray D Butler, 82, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, August 28, 2021. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a Faithful Child of God. In his family and community, Ray was inspirational in his devotion to God, and willingness to serve people. He loved all, and was dearly loved by all who knew him. He was preceded...
Abigail Grace Eubanks
Aug 28, 2021
Abigail Grace Eubanks. Infant daughter of Matthew and Alexis Eubanks, passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021, at UT hospital. She is survived by parents, Matthew Eubanks and Alexis Eubanks, brother Brandon Eubanks, grandparents, Thomas Eubanks, Kristy McGill, Jason McGill, Thomas DeBarros, Melissa Tapp, great-grandparents, Jerry Eubanks, Brenda Eubanks, Charles Johnson, Wanda Johnson, and Carol Ann Tapp. Family will receive friends...
Tanya Lee Stickley
Aug 27, 2021
Tanya Lee Stickley was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed her to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, she possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. She had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and she was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Tanya always sought...
Bobby Gene Blackburn
Aug 26, 2021
Bobby Gene Blackburn, born June 5, 1942, age 79. He passed away peacefully at home after a long-term illness on August 26, 2021. He was of the Baptist faith. Bobby retired from Peterbilt. He is preceded in death by mother Anna Turner and father Jake Blackburn, sisters; Dorothy, Ina Ruth, Pauline, and Linda, and brother Charles. He is survived by...
Donald Michael Hunley
Aug 26, 2021
Friends and family may call at their convenience on Monday, August 30, 2021 from 10:00am until 5:00pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel. Friends and family will meet on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 1:45pm for a 2:00pm graveside service at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery, 4608 Hickory Valley Rd., Route 1, Heiskell, TN 37754 officiated by Rev. Roger Arwood. In...
Virgil Wayne Grissom
Aug 26, 2021
Virgil “Doc” Grissom, age 70 of Knoxville, went to be with his Lord and Savior, August 26, 2021 at his home. Doc was devoted to faith and attended Whitestone Church. He was a retired pipe fitter of Local 102 and Army veteran. He is at peace with our Lord; however, he will be dearly missed by all of those who...
Staff Sergeant Ryan Knauss
Aug 26, 2021
Staff Sergeant Ryan Knauss of Fort Bragg, N.C. was born and raised in Corryton, Tennessee by his parents and one brother. He attended Gibbs High School and graduated in May of 2016. SSG Knauss enlisted in the U.S. Army in September of 2016 as an Infantry Soldier and attended Basic Training (BCT) and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at Fort Benning,...
Betty Jean Presswood
Aug 25, 2021
Betty Jean Presswood, age 88 of Knoxville graduated to her heavenly home August 25, 2021 from Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. She attended Central Church of God. She enjoyed crocheting, baseball, wrestling and singing. She loved her family very much. Preceded in death by husband, BW Presswood, parents, Charlie and Martha Harrison, 4 brothers, 2 sisters and daughter-in-law Lori Presswood....
Mario Ramirez
Aug 25, 2021
Mario Ramirez Ardila, 90, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Born in Bucaramanga, Colombia, he served as Mayor in Mosquera and San Antonio in Cundinamarca, Colombia before coming to the United States on a business visa. He was a dedicated and loving father and husband. Mario became a United States citizen in 1997. He loved this country. Mario is...
Alvin Lynn Ault
Aug 25, 2021
Alvin Lynn Ault, age 64 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on August 25, 2021. He was a devout member of Liberty Missionary Baptist Church and enjoyed his many projects at Saint Joseph School. He is preceded in death by his parents John Ault and Nellie Ruth Russell, brother Condon, sisters Johnnie, Anne, Jeanie, and Patricia. He...
Diane Raymondo
Aug 24, 2021
Diane Adams Raymondo, age 72, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. She was a member of the Knoxville Primitive Baptist Church. Diane was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Lagonda Adams. She is survived by her husband John, to whom she was married to for almost 52 years, other survivors include brother and sister-in-law...
Charles Lee Steele
Aug 24, 2021
Charles Lee Steele, age 85 of Morristown, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at Ridgeview Terrace of Life Care in Rutledge. Charlie was an employee of Safety Park at Baptist Hospital for over 30 years. Preceded in death by his parents Wilford and Aleen Queener Steele; brothers David and R.L. Steele. He married Brenda Lett in 1963 and in 1977...
