Knoxville, TN Obituaries

Mar 13, 2021

Harry C. "Uncle" Ayles, age 88 of Knoxville passed away on March 13, 2021. He attended Broadway Baptist Church and Dutch Valley Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his parents Harry and Margaret Ayles; wife Charlotte Ayles; son Gary Wayne Ayles and sisters Louise Atkins and Juanita Atkins. Harry lived with his nephew and wife, Jim and Betty Atkins. He...

Mar 13, 2021

Faye Marie (Buckner) Bomar – age 84 of Knoxville passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021, at NHC Fort Sanders after a short hospice stay. Faye was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson Sr. and Gladys (Graham) Buckner and was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters -- Andrew Jr., Herbert, Bill, Jerry,...

Mar 12, 2021

Donald Lynn Stannard II, 57, went home to see his mom on March 12, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Maxine Stannard, and his sister, Connie Stannard. He is survived by his children, Sarah Stannard, Jason Elwood Stannard, Hannah Maxine Hammer, Donald Stannard III, and Timothy McGeorge, late wife Stevie Stannard, sister Teresa Cherry, stepdaughter...

Mar 11, 2021

Cathy "Kaky" Darlene Walsh age 60 of Knoxville passed away at 10:50 p.m. on Thursday, March 11. 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. One of her favorite hobbies was sewing with her sister Patricia. Her grandchildren were the light of her life. Preceded in death by parents, Carolyn and Glen Lowery. Survivors; husband, Charles Walsh. Daughters; Cindy (Robert)...

Mar 10, 2021

Richard Woody Mounger, age 87 passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. A graveside service for Richard will be held Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 2:00 PM at the family home at 5938 Atkins Road, Knoxville, TN 37918. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mynattfh.com for the Mounger family.

Mar 10, 2021

J. Michael Paseur, age 46 of Powell, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center after a 3 month battle with cancer. He accepted Christ as his Savior at a young age. He graduated from Halls High School. He was the former Deputy Executive for Mike Padgett, Knox County Clerk, then joined Mayor Bill Haslam administration...

Mar 10, 2021

Mar 9, 2021

James Verlon Simmons, age 77 of Powell, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on March 9, 2021. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Powell. James was an Army Veteran and was stationed in South Korea. James retired after 30 years of service at Y-12. He enjoyed playing golf with his friends, and spending time...

Mar 9, 2021

Glenn Harrison Moore, Jr., age 79 of Knoxville, passed away March 9, 2021. He was a member of Zion Hill Church. Glenn was hardworking, a loving husband and father, who loved fishing and never met a stranger. Preceded in death by his wife of 58 years; Rosa Moore. He leaves behind his daughters; Janet (Chris) Reed, Melissa Guinn, son; Richard...

Mar 8, 2021

Dean Scott McPherson, 57 Born Oct 16, 1963 of Knoxville, TN passed away March 8th, 2021. He was of Baptist Faith. Preceded in death by parents Robert and Thelma White McPherson; brothers, Charles Lee McPherson, Darrell Vaughn McPherson, and Donnie McPherson. Survived by children, Aimee (Dave) Cutler and Scotty (Tiffany) McPherson; 5 Grandchildren; brothers, Bobby, Ronnie, Rick and J.B.; sister,...

Mar 8, 2021

Arnold Edgar Hunley, age 77 of Andersonville, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021. He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Arnold was also a Free Mason, and retired from X-10 at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He is preceded in death by parents, Lonas and Helen O. Hunley of Heiskell; brother, William “Bill” Hunley of Knoxville; niece, Sherry...

Mar 7, 2021

Long, Sandra (Sandy) Wilkerson Newberry, age 79 of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 7, 2021, after an extended illness. Bill Long, her husband of 45 years, was by her side as he continued his loving care for her. Sandy was a devoted wife, daughter, mother, and grandmother. After graduating from Fulton High School, Sandy completed training...

Mar 7, 2021

James Driggers, 75, of Knoxville passed away peacefully Sunday, March 7, 2021 in ICU at Fort Sanders Hospital. He is now able to breathe after suffering years of COPD. He is preceded in death by beloved wife Wilma Driggers; Parents, Elijah (Pete) and Belle Lambert Driggers; Sister, Zoe Milligan. He is survived by children Michele (Jayme) Frye, Marlie (Aaron) Delashmutt,...

Mar 6, 2021

Bonnie Mynatt, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2021. She had great love for her dog Fea and also enjoyed watching the birds. She is preceded in death by her parents Cora and Alex Jr. Rhymer. Survived by husband of 50 years, Allen Mynatt; Daughter Christy Carrol (Tony); grandchild Caitlyn Byrd (R.T.); and great-grandchild Cameron Byrd. Family will...

Mar 6, 2021

Cyrus Laymond Ford “C.L” age 77 of Knoxville passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021. A veteran of the United States Navy. He retired from Boeing and also spent more than 20 years working for Robertshaw Controls. C.L. was a member of Emory Pike American Christian Church and was an avid car enthusiast. Preceded in death by his parents Carl and...

Mar 6, 2021

Lois Jean Emge Neff, age 97, of Powell, went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2021. Lois retired from the Knox County Trustees Office. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was kind and generous and always ready to help anyone in need. Lois had a special relationship with children. They seemed to be drawn...

Mar 6, 2021

Theresa Hankins Smith, age 64 of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021. She is preceded in death by daughter Brandi Pearson and brother Eugene Hankins. She leaves behind her parents; Edith and Roy Hankins, sister Linda (Robert) Bunn, grandson Tristan Kinney, and great-grandson Gunner. A private burial was held on Thursday. March 11, 2021 at Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery....

Mar 5, 2021

On Friday, March 5, 2021, Donna J. Nelson of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord. She was a devoted wife and mother. She is preceded in death by parents, George Ellis and Zona McMillen; husband, Robert R. Nelson Sr.; son, Troy; niece, Ronda Jean. She is survived by daughter Deborah McNew; sons, Rocky Reynolds, Robert Nelson Jr.; sisters,...

Mar 5, 2021

Andrew Howard Williams, Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 5, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents Edna Boles Williams and Andrew Howard Williams Sr. along with sister Glorijean Harris and many other loved ones including special granddaughter Chloe Young. He is survived by children Andrew Williams and Marie, stepson Daniel Cagle...

Mar 5, 2021

Lisa Depew Wheeler, age 55, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 5, 2021. Lisa was preceded in death by father Rev. Gene Depew, and grandmother Margaret “Granny” Mounger. Lisa is survived by sons Aaron (Amie) and Daniel (Beth) Wheeler, daughter and care giver Sarah Wheeler, granddaughters Avery Morgan and Leah Kate, mother Patricia Depew,...