Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Donna Sue Martin
Feb 22, 2021
Donna Sue Satterfield Martin, age 80 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021. Donna was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, and a graduate of Halls High School. She enjoyed cooking, and baking, especially making apple butter with love and giving it away to friends and family. Preceded in death by parents Rev. J.W. and Grace Satterfield. Survived...
Carolyn Ann Layne
Feb 21, 2021
Carolyn “Cootie” Huffstetler Layne Carolyn graduated from Lanier High School in 1959, in Maryville, TN, and retired from Walmart of Alcoa, TN. She enjoyed going to and watching UT sports, though basketball was her favorite. She was known for her sense of humor, as well as her determination. Her laugh was the most contagious, and will be forever remembered. Carolyn...
Robert Wayne Powers
Feb 21, 2021
Robert Wayne Powers age 80 of Knoxville. He was born on 2/1/1941 in Wise, VA to Elva Stallard Powers and Orbin Powers, died 2/21/2021 in Knoxville, TN. Robert retired from Graybar Electric after 38 years of employment. He was a huge fan of western movies and loved all sports. He was a basketball referee for East TN schools for several...
Beverly Ann Bigelow
Feb 21, 2021
It is with great sorrow that we announce that Beverly Bigelow, wife of Tim Bigelow, suddenly and unexpectedly went home to be with Jesus in the early hours of Sunday, February 21, 2021. Tim is President of the Servants of Jesus Chapter #1256 in Clinton, TN. Beverly was a sweet, kind, supportive wife, and member of our chapter. She will...
William David Hunter
Feb 21, 2021
William “David” Hunter, age 73, of Powell, TN, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2021. He was a retired detective from Knox County Sheriff’s Office, a former op-ed columnist for The Knoxville News Sentinel for 27 years, the author of 21 books, and of numerous magazine articles from Jack and Jill, Mad Magazine, and Reader’s Digest. He was an inductee...
Alice J. Perkins
Feb 20, 2021
Alice Jeanette Perkins, age 57, of Knoxville TN went to be with the Lord on February 20, 2021. She was preceded in death by Husband Chuck Perkins; Parents, Jack and Lessie lee, and Best Friend Karen Perkins. She is survived by her Siblings, Richard Lee, James Lee, Staci Lee (Donald), Martha Dilmagani, Mary Burns, and Sister-in-law Connie Perkins. The family...
Leland Jefferson Cameron
Feb 20, 2021
Leland J. Cameron, age 95 of Strawberry Plains, passed away on February 20, 2021. World War II Veteran and Shriner, who loved fishing. He is preceded in death by beloved Wife, Dolores Cameron; Mother, Hassie Cameron; and Father, ___. He is survived by Son, Steve Cameron (Ginny); Grandsons, Shane (Deana) Cameron and Cory Cameron; Great-Grandchildren, Seth Cameron, Haley Cameron, Madison...
Kenneth Mitchell Vaughn
Feb 19, 2021
Kenneth Mitchell Vaughn passed away peacefully on Friday, February 19, 2021. He was a huge Tennessee Vol fan and enjoyed fishing with friends by the lake. He was preceded in death by grandfather, Asher Hurst, Jr., Grandville Vaughn; grandmother, Geraldine Vaughn. He is survived by parents, Kenneth and Marcia Vaughn; daughter, Kennedy Vaughn; siblings, Samantha Baker (Billy), and Jacob Vaughn;...
Thomas L. Burke
Feb 19, 2021
Thomas L. Burke Tom Burke, 78, of Knoxville, TN and formerly Atlanta, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 19, 2021. Tom was born on August 15, 1942, to Thomas and Betty Burke of Brownsville, Pennsylvania. He grew up playing 4 years of Brownsville High School football and graduated in 1959. He grew up with his younger brother, Michael and...
Sylvia Haynes Tidwell
Feb 19, 2021
Sylvia Haynes Tidwell, age 77, received her heavenly reward on February 19th 2021. Sylvia was a wonderful wife, mom, and nana. She believed in the word of God and devoted herself to serving Jesus. She loved to travel, having been to Spain, Dubai, and India for mission work. Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband Gary Tidwell and sister...
William Earl Lovell
Feb 19, 2021
William Earl Lovell “Bill” born on November 2, 1960 went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2021. He is preceded in death by his beloved Mother Betty Lovell; Father Earl Cutshaw; Sisters, Loretta Burchell and Sylvia Lovell; Brothers Ronnie Lovell Sr., Henry Cutshaw, Teddy Catlett; Grandmother Irene Lovell and Great-Nephew Parker Gilbert. He is survived by his Brothers...
Dorothy Lee Nelson
Feb 18, 2021
Dorothy Lee Henegar Nelson, age 90, passed away peacefully at home with her children and grandchildren on Thursday, February 18, 2021. She was a lifelong member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Union County, TN. Preceded in death by husband Harold Nelson, parents, brothers and sisters. She leaves behind her daughters, Elaine Vance (Bill), Penny Nelson (Alberto), and son Ronnie...
Paul Steven Lee Turner
Feb 18, 2021
Paul Steven Lee Turner, age 63 of Anaheim, California, formerly of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at UT Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his parents; Thelma and Charles Turner, sisters; Lois Swaggerty and Barbara Kidd, brothers; Ray, Jack, Jim, and Don Turner. He is survived by sisters; Linda Neff and Mary Lane, brother John...
James T. Johnson
Feb 18, 2021
James T Johnson, Jr, age 88, of Hendersonville, TN formerly of Knoxville passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021. He was a Korean War Veteran who served in the U.S. Army and later retired from Tom’s Foods. He was raised in the Baptist Church and an inspiration to everyone he met. He never failed to share his strong faith every chance...
Jimmie Douglas Vance
Feb 18, 2021
Jimmie Douglas Vance II, age 60 of Knoxville, passed away February 18, 2021. He retired from TVA as an electrician. Jimmie was a great friend to many and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He enjoyed playing golf, story-telling, and was quite the comedian. Preceded in death by his father and mother, Jimmie Douglas and Imogene B. Vance....
John Taylor Mitchell
Feb 18, 2021
John Taylor Mitchell, born January 7, 1949 formerly of Knoxville, died at his residence in Myrtle Beach, SC February 18, 2021 following a battle with lung cancer. He was surrounded by loved ones as he was called home by his Lord and Savior. He is preceded in death by his devoted parents, Clarence Beecher and Katherine “Imogene” Mitchell as well...
Lowell Martin Lyons
Feb 17, 2021
Lowell Martin Lyons, Sr. age 79 of North Knoxville passed away 6:08 pm Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Tennova North. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War as a sharp shooter. He was the best husband, dad, papaw, great papaw and father-in-law. Preceded in death by parents Troy and Lillian, sister Lena, Margie...
Edna I. Ogle
Feb 17, 2021
Edna I. Ogle, age 71 of Knoxville passed away on February 17, 2021. She was a long time employee of Melaleuca before her retirement and was of the Baptist faith. Edna is preceded in death by her mother Katherine Laugherty, grandfather Vick Laugherty, sister Diane Loveday, brother J.C. Sands, great-grandson Benson Norton, and special friend, Katherine McKinney. Edna is survived...
Billy Ray Pierce
Feb 17, 2021
Billy Ray Pierce, age 90 of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2020 at Island Home Health and Rehab. He was a member of Union Baptist Church of Halls and proudly served his country in the Naval Reserves from 1948-1950 and in the United States Air Force from 1950-1954. He retired from KUB in 1996 after 42 years of...
Mariana Thetford
Feb 17, 2021
Mariana Thetford, age 74, of Knoxville, passed away at 1:26 A.M. Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Tennova North. Member of Christ United Methodist Church and the Multipliers Sunday School Class. She was retired CPA with Bancorp South, Tupelo, MS. She loved to knit and was active in several local knitting groups and she loved to drive. Preceded in death by...
