Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Alonzo Junior Herron
Dec 10, 2018
Alonzo (AL) Junior Herron of Knoxville, TN passed away on 12/10/2018. He was born to Claude and Belle Herron in Pennington Gap, VA on May 14, 1935. He was a loving husband of Donna Ann Herron (James) of 63 years and an amazing father to six children and grandfather to 17 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He took great pride...
James Robert Humphries
Dec 10, 2018
James (Jimmy) Robert Humphries left his temporary stay in this crazy world to join the Lord Monday evening, December 10, 2018. Jimmy was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Kathy, parents Clifton Robert (Pete) and Margaret Louise (Funkhouser). He is survived by sons, Robert (Amy, Abbie, Annie) Todd (Michelle, Sadie, his pride and joy) Brothers...
Jasmine Paige Longley
Dec 9, 2018
Jasmine Paige Longley, age 16 of Knoxville, passed away December 9, 2018. Survived by father Billy and step-mother Haley Longley; mother Elizabeth Hicks; maternal grandmother Patricia McMillan; grandparents Ginger and Bill Longley; sisters Destiny Longley, Breanna Trammell, and Ruth Matthews; brother Vincent Longley Jr.; great-grandparents Roy and Juanita Smith; numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles. Family will receive friends Monday, December...
Dolores Margaret Clifford
Dec 9, 2018
Dolores M. Clifford, age 89 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, December 9th, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents Ballard and Nell Strickland. Mrs. Clifford is survived by husband Ernest R. Clifford and children Linda Sanders and Ernest Wayne (Janice) Clifford. Grandchildren include: Rob (Amy) Sanders, Clay (Tambra), Dustin (Tammy) Sanders, and Shannon Clifford. Great grandchildren: Katie,...
John Franklin Roller
Dec 9, 2018
John Franklin Roller age 66 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018, Survived by his wife, Mae Roller; son, Chris Roller and wife Khadijah; daughter, Tina Elder; brothers, Frank and Greg Roller; four grandchildren. The family will receive friends in the chapel of Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 from 5:00-7:00 PM. Family and...
Robert William Gordon, Iii
Dec 8, 2018
Robert William “Buddy” Gordon, III, age 42, passed away on December 8, 2018. He was a member of New Hope Church in Sevierville. His nature was to love unconditionally and that showed through his love and special connection to dogs, especially Sport. He was a loving son, brother and grandson. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered. He is...
William Ralph Mink
Dec 8, 2018
William Ralph Mink went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2018. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving wife Peggy of 58 years and his children after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Ralph was born on October 23, 1938 to Buford and Addie Mink from New Tazewell, Tennessee. He attended Hiwassee College...
Lisa Breeden Napier
Dec 6, 2018
Lisa Breeden Napier, age 48 of Knoxville, passed away December 6, 2018. She attended American Baptist Church and a volunteer with KPIF. She loved her family and friends, especially her children, who were her whole world. Preceded in death by nephew Kaine Breeden, uncle Tony and several other relatives. Survived by loving husband Jeff Napier, children Brandy Breeden, Jessica “Twin”...
Roy Anderson
Dec 6, 2018
Keith "Roy" Anderson departed this life on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at UT Medical Center. He was a member of Rocky Dale Baptist Church, Gibbs Historical Society, Union Co. Historical Society and Corryton Lodge #321. Preceded in death by son Mike. Survived by wife Wanda, daughters Laura Vandergriff (Randy), Jennifer Myers (fiance Scott King), daughter-in-law Diane, brother and 2 sisters,...
Joseph H. Allison
Dec 6, 2018
Joseph “Buddy” H. Allison, Jr., age 86, of Halls, passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2018, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Joseph retired from the Martin Marietta Y-12 Plant. He was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church, the Silvertones Senior Adult Choir and the Chancel Choir. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Ruby...
Leona J. Lankford
Dec 6, 2018
Leona J. Lankford, age 88, of Corryton, passed away on December 6, 2018. She was a member of Friendly Chapel Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family and her faith were the most important things in her life. Leona was preceded in death by husband Grant Lankford; and son Stanley Lankford. She is...
Bobbie Diane Scott
Dec 5, 2018
Bobbie "Diane" Scott, age 64, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed on December 5, 2018. She has a strong faith in the Lord. She is preceded in death by mother Francis Adams, father Bobby Adams, brother Tony Adams, and nephew Rocky Adams. Survived by husband of 50 years Robert Scott, brother Michael Adams, daughters Angie Ellis and Tammy Scott, sons Robert and...
Marissa Lynn Vandergriff
Dec 5, 2018
Marissa Lynn Vandergriff age 30 of Fountain City, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at University of Tennessee Medical Center. Marissa was a merchandiser with Frito Lay Company, she loved motorcycle riding and the mountains. Survivors; husband, Luke Vandergriff. Daughters; Paisley and Abygail McMillan. Sons; Jason O’Steen and Archer Vandergriff. Father and step mother; Steve and Charlie Williams Sr. Mother...
Virginia Lee Buckner
Dec 4, 2018
Virginia Lee Brock Buckner, age 83, passed away December 4, 2018. She was retired from Halls Elementary School where she worked for 35 years in the cafeteria. She was one of the oldest and longest members of Texas Valley Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents Woodrow and Gladys Brock and husband Herbert Buckner. Survived by sons Jay Buckner (Donna)...
Wanda Lee Wright
Dec 4, 2018
Wanda Lee Key Wright age 75 of Knoxville, Tennessee entered the Heavenly gates to be with her lord and Saviour on Dec. 4th 2018 of natural causes. Proceeding in death by Parents Frank and Nena Key of Harriman, Tennessee and brothers Rodger, Earl, Blaine, James, Donald, Ferrell, Steve Key. Also proceeding in death Daughter Pamela. Survived by sister Shelia Alcorn...
Robin Marion Romines
Dec 4, 2018
Surrounded by family, Robin peacefully passed away on Tues., Dec. 4, 2018 of long-standing health issues. Robin spent most of her life living in the Happy Holler neighborhood. She attended Fulton High School and also received her GED from there. She had a huge heart and loved sharing what she had with others such as food, giving treats to children...
Roy Leonard Southers
Dec 4, 2018
Roy L. Southers, Sr. (R.L), age 86, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. He was preceded by parents, Worley and Gracie Southers; brothers, Gene, John and Frank Southers; and sister, Anna Ruth Chapman. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Christa Sparre’ Southers; children, Daniela Pinkerton, Roy Jr. and wife Kathy, Rickie and wife Rhonda Southers...
Agnes Louise Dukes
Dec 4, 2018
Agnes Louise Dukes, of Knoxville, TN passed on December 4, 2018. Agnes was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. She was retired from Knox County Schools where she worked for 35 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by son, Gary Dukes, parents, Glen & Mamie Noah, and mother & father in law, Florence...
Frank Louis Dixon
Dec 3, 2018
Frank “Sonney” Louis Dixon, Sr. age 79 of Knoxville passed away Monday, December 3, 2018. Frank is preceded in death by sons, Robert R. Dixon, William C. Dixon, Richard D. Dixon, and Randell S.Dixon; daughter, Marthia A. Dixon. He is survived and will be greatly missed by his wife, Rosie Dixon; daughters, Mille Earles and Angie; sons, Frank L. Dixon...
Joseph Lance Morton
Dec 3, 2018
Joseph Lance Morton, age 48, of Knoxville passed away Monday, December 3, 2018. He enjoyed being a chef and was previously employed for many years by the Chop House. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. He will be remembered as a kind and caring man with a big heart. He will be sorely missed....
