Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
William Earl Mayes
Sep 17, 2020
Rev. William Earl Mayes, Jr., age 71 of Knoxville passed away on Thursday, September17, 2020. He was a true man of God and loved preaching the Gospel of Christ. He was a member of Mt. Harmony Baptist Church in Heiskell. He was retired from Mayfield Dairy, and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Preceded in death by...
Deborah Elaine Wolfenbarger
Sep 16, 2020
Debbie Wolfenbarger, age 62 of Powell, passed away September 16, 2020. Preceded in death by parents Nellie Rose and Willie Clark Arnold, sister Judith Johnson, brother Gary Arnold. Survived by husband Kenneth Lloyd Wolfenbarger Jr., brothers Greg (Joann) Arnold and Spencer Arnold, brother-in-law David Johnson, sister-in-law Kathy (Kirt) Senft; nephews Tyler Arnold, Brandon Seeber, Tim Johnson, Aaron Johnson, Robby Arnold,...
Jewell Curtis Martin
Sep 16, 2020
Jewell Curtis Martin, age 91 of Knoxville, passed Wednesday, September 16, 2020. He was born in and grew up in Anderson County, moving to Fountain City upon his first job at the age of 14 with the Fountain City Water Company. He was employed by the KUB Water division for over 25 years. He was a faithful member of the...
Shelma Jean Dunn
Sep 15, 2020
Shelma Jean Dunn, age 83 of Knoxville, passed away at her home on September 15, 2020. She was a member of Clapps Chapel United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Clayton and Nellie Loope; sister, Mary Ruth Loope; brothers, Junior, Earl, Winfred, and Don Loope. Survivors include husband of 63 years, David Dunn; twin sons, David (Debbie) Dunn of...
Terry Willis Bishop
Sep 14, 2020
Terry “Toby” W. Bishop, age 65, of Inskip, went home to Jesus September 14, 2020. He was a veteran, having served in the Navy. Preceded in death by parents Clarence “Bud” and Betty Bishop; and infant son, Terry Jr. He leaves his loving wife of 43 years, Cheryl; Son, Jason (Amy); two grandchildren whom he adored, Summer, and Jayden. Sister,...
Betty Christine Moneymaker
Sep 14, 2020
Betty Christine Moneymaker, age 93 of Knoxville, passed away September 14, 2020. She was a member of Dante Baptist Church. Chris loved to quilt and loved gardening. She was the rock and foundation of the family. Preceded in death by husband Edward L. Moneymaker, parents Curtis and Bertie Wilkerson, siblings Jack, David, and Buddy Wilkerson. Survived by children, Angie Johnson,...
Joanie Ramona Stewart
Sep 13, 2020
Joanie Ramona Parker Stewart, age 52 of Knoxville, passed away on September 13, 2020. She was a loving wife and mother and would do whatever she could for anyone. She was preceded in death by her father John Ramone and her mother Isabella Crowley. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Michael Stewart; daughter, Jessi Parker and her...
Edward Clayton Shipley
Sep 13, 2020
Edward Clayton Shipley “Ed” age 78 of Mascot passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020. Ed was a prominent business man and friend to many. He operated Ed Shipley Guttering for over 40 years. A member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Preceded in death by his parents Eston and Mildred Shipley; siblings Myra Ann Shipley, Jackie Ray Shipley, Barbara Ruth...
Wanda Mae Caldwell
Sep 13, 2020
Our family and community lost a special person on Sunday, September 13, 2020, when Wanda Mae Newman Caldwell passed away peacefully from natural causes at the age of 86. Wanda loved the Lord and always had a positive attitude. She was a resident of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans Home for 6 years, an avid activities participant and often referred...
Frances Elizabeth Wooten
Sep 13, 2020
Frances Elizabeth Agnew Wooten, age 89 of Knoxville, departed her earthly home for her Heavenly home on September 13, 2020. Frances passed peacefully at home with her family at her side. She was of the Methodist faith. She loved her family dearly, as evidenced by her many delicious meals. She so loved and enjoyed cooking for everyone. Frances was born...
Jared Shane Morris
Sep 12, 2020
Jared Shane Morris, 48, of Knoxville, passed away on September 12th, 2020. He was a 1992 graduate of Powell High School. He is survived by his loving mother, Christy Spradling,brother Jeremiah Jones, grandmother Dorothy Lucas and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A receiving of friends will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 29th from 5:00-7:00 with a memorial service to...
Jo Freeman
Sep 12, 2020
Jo McDowell Freeman, age 86 of West Knoxville (formally of Rhea County, TN) passed away peacefully at 3:50 am on Saturday, September 12, 2020 with her children by her side. She was of the Baptist faith. She was retired from the VA with the Alvin C. York Medical Center, Murfreesboro, TN. Preceded in death by husband Harold (Bob) Freeman, along...
Wilma Faye Kuhl
Sep 11, 2020
Wilma Faye (Keys)Kuhl, 59, of Corryton, passed peacefully at home on Friday, September 11th, 2020 surrounded by family. Born on March 6th, 1961 to parents Ethridge and Annis Keys of Corryton, TN. She is survived by her husband, Larry Kuhl, of 34 years; Children: Michael (Sarah) Ellis, Heather (Nicholas) Rhine, Haley (Nick) Hurst, Wally (Christina) Kuhl, and Hillaery (Benjamin) Frost;...
Tommy Orson Bradford
Sep 10, 2020
Tommy Orson Bradford, age 82, of Knoxville, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed into eternity Thursday, September 10, 2020 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Tommy was born February 22, 1938. He was a founding member of Still Waters Baptist Church and an ordained deacon. Tommy was a man whose worth was beyond measure. He loved the Lord...
Tommy Orson Bradford
Sep 10, 2020
Tommy Orson Bradford, age 82, of Knoxville, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed into eternity Thursday, September 10, 2020 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Tommy was born February 22, 1938. He was a founding member of Still Waters Baptist Church and an ordained deacon. Tommy was a man whose worth was beyond measure. He loved the Lord...
James Eugene Loy
Sep 9, 2020
James E. Loy, age 70, passed away September 9, 2020. He was of the Baptist Faith. Preceded in death by parents Lillian and Carl E. Loy Sr. and siblings Paul, Oscar, Grant, and Gary Loy, and Ella Mae Reed. Survived by children Daniel Loy, James Loy Jr., Clint Loy, Michael Loy, and Danielle Loy, several grandchildren, siblings Billy Godfrey, Jerry...
Janetta Summers
Sep 9, 2020
Janetta Webber Summers, age 76 of Knoxville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 9, 2020. A member of Ridgeview Heights Baptist Church for over 60 years. She retired from UT Medical Center. Preceded in death by her parents Fred and Bonnie Webber, siblings Briscoe and Lawrence Webber, Geraldine Tipton, and Mary Lett. Survived by her...
Huey Drumman Johnson
Sep 9, 2020
Huey D. Johnson, age 86 of Powell, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Member of Bon View Baptist Church. Retired from City of Knoxville Fleet Service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Preceded in death by his wife Polly Johnson. Survived by son Jeff Johnson; sisters Mary Keck, Lillian DeFord and Sue Lawson; brother...
Teresa Gail Greer
Sep 9, 2020
Teresa Gail Greer, age 61, of Knoxville TN, Went home to be with her Lord Wednesday, September 9th, 2020 and was reunited with her Husband, Ronald Dean Greer. She was a loving wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother. She was preceded in death by her Mother, Barbara Jean Kear. She is survived by her Father Ralph C. Kear; Siblings, Ralph...
