Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Mamie Lee Loveday
Nov 2, 2019
Mamie Lee England Loveday, age 84, left us on November 2, 2019 at her home in Knoxville. Beloved mother and grandmother, revered and respected matriarch of her family, she was a devoted Christian who lived her faith in love. Born in Claiborne County in 1935, she and her sister Adrienne Easterly were raised by their mother Gladys England, primarily in...
Kathryn Boruff
Nov 2, 2019
Mary Kathryn Story Boruff, age 100, passed away November 2, 2019, leaving behind daughter Patricia Mayo, granddaughter Terri Leigh Hurst, granddog Dolly Madison Mayo, and much-loved nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by husband Virgie Boruff, parents Clyde and Hazel Story, brothers Clyde Jr. and Bill (Red) Story, and son-in-law Terry Mayo. She loved her Fountain City roots. Graduate...
Joan Sharp Earl
Nov 1, 2019
Joan Nichols Sharp Earl age 85 left this life Friday, November 1, 2019, to receive her faith made sight, the eternal embrace of her Lord Jesus Christ, who honored her final prayer at the end of a long goodbye. Joan was born in Monterey, TN on August 8, 1934. She received her R.N. degree with the last class of the...
Doris Hunley Rouse
Oct 31, 2019
Doris Hunley Rouse, age 85, went to be with the Lord and her beloved husband J.D. on October 31, 2019. She loved her husband, her children, her lord, and her animals. Doris was a lifelong member of the Church of God. She was a loving mother, wife, and beloved grandmother. Preceded in death by her parents; William Hunley and Nancy...
George Walker
Oct 31, 2019
George Walker, age 79, unexpectedly went to his heavenly home October 31, 2019. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and Christian example to all who knew him. George loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service, and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of Atkins Baptist Church. George...
Nancy Jo Matlock
Oct 30, 2019
Nancy Jo (Beeler) Matlock born March 17, 1933 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center died Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of Berney B. and Marguerite Dellinger Beeler. Nancy graduated from Knoxville Central High School in 1951 and Carson Newman College in 1955. She worked as Director of Religious Education at Calvary...
Sharon Lynne Patterson
Oct 30, 2019
Sharon Lynn Patterson went home to be with her heavenly Father on October 30, 2019. She was known for her genuine love for people, her quick wit, charismatic personality, and her steadfast devotion to the Lord. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a caring Noni, and a loyal and compassionate friend. She is preceded in death by parents...
Patricia Ann Hammock
Oct 30, 2019
Patricia “Pat” Ann Hammock, age 63, passed away October 30, 2019. She was a member of North Hills Baptist Church. Pat worked 9 years for Knox County Schools. She enjoyed reading her bible with her cat, Shadow. Preceded in death by parents Connie and Thomas Hammock. Survived by children Darryl Patterson and Caitlin Rush, brother Michael Hammock, sister Linda Covington,...
Sharon Juanita Breeden
Oct 30, 2019
Sharon J. Breeden, age 63, of Knoxville Tennessee went to be with the Lord on October 30, 2019 surrounded by her family. Sharon was a wonderful person who had a heart of gold and loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a loving devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her father Doyle Holden and mother...
Ernest Edward Haynes
Oct 29, 2019
Ernest Edward Haynes, Jr., age 85 of Knoxville passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Mr. Haynes attended Marble City Baptist Church, and was a retired mechanic. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Bessie Haynes and brothers Claude Haynes and Raymond Haynes. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Hilda Haynes; daughters, Yvonne Mullins (Billy)...
Kevin Rodney Meyers
Oct 29, 2019
Kevin Rodney Meyers age 60 of Knoxville, passed away October 29, 2019, at home. He grew up in Maybee, MI. A graduate of Monroe High School class of 1977 in Monroe, MI. Kevin moved back to Tennessee after graduating from high school. He worked for many years for D.F. Shoffner whom he left to partner with to start up the...
Joe Edwin Mathis
Oct 29, 2019
Joe Edwin Mathis age 72, of the Hardin Valley Community passed away 11:24 a.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at the family home. Member of Grassy Valley Baptist Church, U. S. Air Force Veteran and an avid trout fisherman. Survivors; wife, Margaret (Cable) Mathis. Daughter; Amantha Morris (Jeffery Morris), Sons; Allen Herron (Debra Herron), Dwayne Herron (Drey Herron), Calvin Herron (Teresa...
Sherry Sharp Roller
Oct 29, 2019
Sherry Sharp Roller, age 60, of Knoxville Tn, born November 29th, 1958, went to be with her heavenly father October 29, 2019 after a long battle with breast cancer. She was preceded in death by her grandparents William Oliver and Lucy Lane & John Sr. and Eva Sharp; mother Reva Louise Sharp; and brother Aubrey Sharp. She leaves behind to...
Dennis Alan Ogle
Oct 28, 2019
Dennis Alan “Denny” Ogle age 71 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, October 28, 2019. Graduate of Rule High School and he proudly served his country for 4 years in the U.S. Navy. Retired from the US Postal Service after 35 years. Preceded in death by beloved parents; James C. and Emma Ogle. Grandparents; John H and Vola McCarter, Lee Ogle...
Ford Lincoln Settle
Oct 28, 2019
Ford L. Settle, age 95 of Heiskell, passed away at 1:05 PM Monday, October 28, 2019 at Ben Atchley Veterans Nursing Home. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in WWII and Korea. He was one of nine children and was preceded in death by his siblings, Pauline, Clella, Ed, Dossie, Cas, Bruce, Bobby...
Jeffrey Ford Oaks
Oct 28, 2019
Jeffrey “Jeff” Ford Oaks, age 65 of Knoxville, passed away October 28, 2019. Jeff had a long, successful career as a licensed insurance agent and securities broker with Liberty National Life, Dean Witter/Morgan Stanley, United American, and as an independent agent. His career was to serve his clients with truth and compassion. Jeff was a jack of all trades who...
Michael Carroll Lawrence
Oct 27, 2019
Michael Carroll Lawrence, age 54 of Mascot, passed away October 27, 2019. He was of the Baptist Faith, and worked formerly at CM Henley. Preceded in death by mother and father, Martha Mae Grubb and Jimmy Lawrence. Survived by siblings: Felissa Rose, Terry Lawrence, and Joyce Luttrell; son Michael Shannon Lawrence; daughter Amber Marie Toliver; grandchildren: Trey, Riley, Julian Candaze...
Gary Sherwood
Oct 27, 2019
Gary M. Sherwood, age 74, passed away Sunday October 27, 2019. He was retired from Carpenters Local #50, a Vietnam veteran serving aboard the USS Oklahoma City, and an active member of Texas Valley Baptist Church. He is survived by wife of 52 years, Glenda Lucas Sherwood, daughter, Angie (Kenny) Weaver, son, Joey (Sherri) Sherwood, granddaughters, Lindsey (Brady) Doyle, Kenley...
James Edward Bell
Oct 26, 2019
James Edward Bell, age 47, born on March 11, 1972 went to be with Jesus on October 26, 2019. Preceded in death by his wife Sherry R. Bell, grandparents John and Nora Hopper and Rev. Kyle and Isa Bell. He is survived by his children Derek Bell and Erica Bell; mother and step-father Mildred and Larry Johnson; father and stepmother...
Marie Williams
Oct 26, 2019
Marie Williams, age 92, of Halls Crossroads, formerly of Blaine, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday October 26, 2019. She was born January 2, 1927, and was married to Chester Williams for 42 years. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Knoxville. After her beloved Chester passed away in May 1994, she has been lovingly...
