Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Gary Thomas Whited
Mar 5, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gary Thomas Whited, age 73, of Knoxville, TN, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Gary was born in Knoxville, TN to Hoyt and Naomi Whited on September 3, 1951.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jane Whited; sister, Barbara Hendrix; brother, Charles Whited and his parents, Hoyt and Naomi Whited.
Gary...
James "Buddy" Arlie Beeler, Jr.
Mar 4, 2025
James "Buddy" Beeler age 58 of Knoxville passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2025. He was a carpenter for many years. He was of the Baptist faith, loved hunting and NASCAR. He was a graduate from South Young High School. Preceded in death by father, James Beeler, Sr.; mother, Mary Ruth Beeler; brother, Alan Beeler. He leaves behind his sons...
David Dean Russell
Mar 4, 2025
David Dean Russell, age 86 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of New Christian Rest Church. He enjoyed watching Walker Texas Ranger, Wheel of Fortune, and Jeopardy. He also loved singing gospel music.
Preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Russell; children, Mike Russell,...
Gloria Jean Rutherford
Mar 4, 2025
Gloria J. Rutherford, age 75 of Lenoir City, passed away on March 4, 2025. She worked for Terry Taylor, owner of over 100 dealerships, where she served over 200 employees who all knew how precious she was. Jeannie is a brilliant lady, attending University of Florida. She always had a smile. Preceded in death by mother Lucille Carver, and father...
Judson Pinkerton
Mar 3, 2025
Judson Nicholson Pinkerton, Jr., age 71 of Knoxville, passed away of March 3, 2025. Family and friends will meet at 9:15am Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel and proceed to Mount Olive Cemetery for an 11:00am graveside service. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com.
Robert Lee Cress
Mar 2, 2025
Robert Lee Cress age 69, of Seymour, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025.He is preceded in death by his father, Lee Emery Cress; mother, Beverly Ann Cress; brother, Roy Steven Cress; sister, Sandra Kathleen Cress. He leaves behind sisters, Lola Marie Cress and Sherry Diana Mazzella; sons, Jimmy Cress and Johnathon Cress; and his girlfriend of 23years, Rose Mary...
Donald John Dugan
Mar 2, 2025
February 26, 1957 – March 2, 2025
Donald John Dugan was born in Little Rock, AR to Donald and Dora Dugan, the second of six children. He was raised in Knoxville, TN. After graduating High School in 1795, Don joined the army where he gained experience driving a large truck, which he used throughout his career.
Later that year he married Julie...
Juanita Faye Acuff
Mar 1, 2025
Juanita Faye Acuff, 87, of Knoxville, TN passed away March 1, 2025 with her daughter by her side. Before retiring at 83 years old, Juanita was a school bus driver for 43 years and was awarded KCS Driver of the Year. She was a member of the Green Hill parent-teacher association and served as their president in 1971 and 1972....
Susan Faye Walters
Feb 28, 2025
Susan “Suzy” Faye Walters, 48, of Powell, went home to be with the Lord on February 28, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was born on January 2, 1977, to the late Warren and Carol (Zachary) Queener.
Susan loved fishing with her husband of nearly ten years, B.J., and spending time with her one and only granddaughter. She will be deeply missed...
Wayne Diamond
Feb 28, 2025
Wayne Diamond, born February 3, 1944, born in Marshall, County, Boaz, AL, went home to be with the Lord on February 28, 2025.
Wayne was a long-time member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather “PawPaw”. He was loved by many family members and will be missed by all that knew him.
Wayne...
Charles Patrick Ogan
Feb 28, 2025
Charles Patrick Ogan age 70, of Powell, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025. He was a member of Black Oak Heights Baptist Church. Charles loved anything to do with operating heavy equipment, welding, and mechanical work, especially anything to do with motors.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Ogan. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Jo...
Joe Van Steadman Sr.
Feb 27, 2025
Joe Van Steadman, Sr. age 65 of Knoxville passed away peacefully in his sleep at Summit View of Rocky Top. He was born in Knoxville, TN December 20, 1959. He spent many years truck driving before retiring due to his health. He was of the Baptist faith, he loved playing football and attended Fulton High School. He was preceded...
Anthony "Tony" Emerson Gloyd
Feb 27, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Emerson Gloyd February 28, 1965 – February 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Anthony “Tony” Emerson Gloyd, age 59, of Powell, TN, on Thursday, February 27, 2025.
Tony was born in Blanchester, Ohio, to Bert and Alda "Jim" Gloyd on February 28, 1965. From an early age, he displayed a remarkable athletic ability,...
William R. New III
Feb 27, 2025
William R. New, III, 84, of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Bill was a faithful member and servant of the Fountain City Presbyterian Church. Bill retired from the Knoxville City/County Schools where he was a Teacher, Coach and Administrator.
A true Volunteer For Life, Bill served as the Lady Vols Clock Operator, 2001-2020.
Bill’s career in education included teaching...
"Jeff" Warren
Feb 27, 2025
Remus "Jeff" Warren of Knoxville left us too soon Thursday, February 27th, 2025 at the age of 58. He was born October 31st, 1966.
Jeff was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Warren; granddaughter, Baylei Warren; grandparents, Sarah and Herbert Johnson; brothers, Ed Warren and Michael Warren and sister, Ann Finley. Jeff is survived by his wife, Angela Warren; son,...
Burnice Bentley Creech
Feb 26, 2025
Burnice Bentley Creech, age 75, passed away peacefully in his home in Knoxville, Tennessee, on February 26th, 2025, after a long battle with Parkinsons Disease. He was born in Cumberland, Kentucky in 1949, to Paul and Easter Creech. Upon graduating from Cumberland High School in 1968, he enlisted into the United States Navy, stationed in Norfolk, VA.
He was preceded in...
Adrian "Junior" Wallace Carr Barnes
Feb 26, 2025
Adrian “Junior” Wallace Carr Barnes, Jr. went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2025. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family. We can’t thank the exceptional hospital staff at Sarasota Memorial Hospital enough. A special Thank You to nurse Tyler, who took great care of him while he was in the Intensive Care Unit.
Junior was a donor, and...
Nancy Rebecca McCarty (Grubb)
Feb 26, 2025
Nancy Rebecca (Grubb) McCarty age 51 of Blaine formerly of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at home surrounded by her family. She was a truck driver for Claiborne Hauling. Preceded in death by father Samuel "Jack" Grubb; brother David Grubb; and significant other Roger Maples. Survivors; mother Rebecca Harmon; son Preston (fiance Maggie Luttrell) McCarty; daughter Rachel McCarty;...
Jack Verlin Hodges
Feb 26, 2025
Jack V. Hodges, age 78 of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. He was a member of Sharon Baptist Church in Powell, TN for 47 years. He retired from AT&T, and worked as a crossing guard at Ritta School.
Preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Evelyn Hodges; and brother, Carl Hodges.
Jack is survived by his...
Martha Marks Page
Feb 25, 2025
Martha Blanton Marks Page, age 77 passed away at her home on 02/25/2025. She was a life-long resident of Fountain City and faithful member of Fountain City United Methodist Church.
Martha was born on Oak Park Drive and lived for the past 50 years one street over in her childhood “dream home” on Kesterwood. Martha attended Smithwood Elementary School and Central...
