Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Danny Lynn Hobby
Sep 13, 2018
Danny Lynn Hobby, age 64, passed away September 13, 2018. He was a Missionary Baptist, who loved the Lord and was strong in his faith. Danny owned and operated his own auto body repair business for more than 40 years. He loved the outdoors, especially hiking and the beach. Danny enjoyed woodworking and tinkering. Left to cherish his memory are...
Terry Glenn Sherrod
Sep 13, 2018
Terry Sherrod Sr. born July 24,1955 passed away on September 13,2018. Dad,Brother,Pops & Papaw. Will be sadly missed by all. Processed in death Wife Hassie Sherrod & Mother Jessie Mae Sherrod. Survived by son Terry G. Sherrod Jr & wife April; Grandchildren Haley, Jessie, Ginger, Terry G. Sherrod III & McKinley G. Stout; Sisters Darlene Wright, Charolette Pratt; & Brothers...
James Warren "J.W." Hughes
Sep 13, 2018
James Warren "J.W." Hughes, age 82, of Halls Crossroads went to his heavenly home, Thursday morning, surrounded by his family. He was a member of Fairview Freewill Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from Jefferson Smurfit Corp. J.W. loved the outdoors; hunting, fishing and camping. He is preceded in death by parents, C.M and Mary Hughes;...
Raymond Eugene Clark
Sep 13, 2018
Raymond Eugene Clark age 71, of Knoxville went to be with with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at his home surrounded by family. He was a member of Texas Valley Baptist Church. Raymond lived most of his life in the Halls Community and was an avid sports fan of all Halls community and school sports teams. He...
Audrey Fay Blakely Carmon
Sep 12, 2018
Audrey Brock Blakely Carmon went to be with our Heavenly Father on September 12, 2018, after a lengthy battle with dementia and a tired heart. She was the strongest woman known; enduring so much in her precious life and yet never complaining. She is preceded in death by husbands, Pete Blakely and Wade Carmon; sons, Bruce and Larry Blakley; her...
Myrtle Lillie Booker
Sep 12, 2018
Myrtle L. Booker, age 87, of Corryton, passed away on September 12, 2018. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Tater Valley. "Mamaw" will be remembered for her smile, her laughter, her selfless devotion to others; she never met a stranger and "loved everybody" that crossed her path. She devoted her life to her family and was known...
Charlie John Hulen
Sep 11, 2018
Charlie John (C.J.) Hulen 81 years of age, from Knoxville TN went home to be with his heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 after a fast decline of illness. C.J. lived a life of dedication to God, his family, his community and his accounting firm. He loved his wife with every being of his heart. All knew of their...
Sheila Joyner Eubank
Sep 10, 2018
Sheila Joyner Eubank, age 69, passed away Monday, September 10, 2018. She was a member of Bearden United Methodist Church. She was a doting nana to her grandson. Preceded in death by her husband, William Eubank. Survived by daughter Jennifer Zackoski; grandson Draven Zackoski; sisters Kaye Hall and Faye Weinstein; brother Stevie Joyner; several nieces and nephews; and granddog Dixie....
Juanita Kathryn Woods
Sep 10, 2018
Juanita Kathryn Woods, age 96, Of Knoxville, Tn, passed away Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. She was a founding member of Heritage Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Huey Woods. Survived by son; Jerry Woods, grandsons Roger and Michael Woods, great-granddaughter Ashley, brother Marshall Childress. Several nieces and nephews. Family will meet at 12:45 p.m. Thursday at...
Constance Marie Whitson
Sep 10, 2018
Constance Marie Whitson “Connie” (61) born January 1, 1957, passed away on Monday, September 10, 2018. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by infant son Lil John, father, Herbert Eugene Vaught, brother, Edward Vaught. Survived by her children, Rebeccah Pippin-Rayfeld, Melanie Pippin, Daniel Pippin, and Ronald Whitson Jr., mother, Betty Vaught, brother, David Vaught, sister in law...
Cora Jane (Merritt) Burns
Sep 9, 2018
Cora Jane (Merritt) Burns, age 86, of Knoxville passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, September 9, 2018. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She was very family oriented and enjoyed being in their company. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leland Davis and Vassie Chambers Davis; and husband, John Burns. She is survived...
Helen Cornett
Sep 9, 2018
Helen Louise Cornett, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully in her home on September 9, 2018. Louise was best known for her Sunday dinners, beautiful gardens, fashionable style, and above all, her devotion to her family. Whether it was making sure everyone had something to eat, or inviting one back for another visit, Louise always created...
Son Hwa Ford
Sep 8, 2018
SON HWA FORD age 65 transitioned peacefully into eternal rest Sept 8, 2018. Son suffered from a longtime illness. Born March 11, 1953 to the late father Yu Mun Sun , mother Yi Kyong Sun and brother and sister. She was the youngest of four siblings. She worked many years for Timken. She is survived by a loving husband John...
Velma Lozena Dyer Davis
Sep 8, 2018
Velma Lozena Dyer Davis, age 87, born at home on April 9, 1931 in Luttrell, TN and passed away on September 8, 2018 after losing her battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She retired from Standard Knitting Mill. Velma was a member of Greenway Baptist Church for over 60 years and a member of the Golden Circle Sunday School Class. She loved...
Louise Gladys Mcdaniel
Sep 8, 2018
Louise Gladys McDaniel, age 86, of Knoxville, is a beautiful soul who left this earth on Saturday, September 8, 2018, to join her beloved husband Ralph in eternal peace. Despite years of debilitating illness, she continued bringing love and laughter to each and every person she met. You could not leave Louise’s company without offers of candy and would most...
Marie Therese Lato
Sep 8, 2018
MARIE THERESE LATO (KNEPPER), born August 14th, 1961, went to be with her Heavenly Father September 8th, 2018. She was extremely gifted becoming a talented Poet, Musician, Singer, and Writer. Starting at the age of 10 years old she worked door-to-door sales. She dedicated herself to being a wife, mother, and missionary from 1982 to 1988 and also shared her...
Nicholas Allen Kennedy
Sep 7, 2018
Nicholas Allen Kennedy “Nick Nick”, age 33, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on September 6, 2018 unexpectedly. Nick was born in Knoxville, Tn. February 05, 1985. He was a graduate of Powell High School. Nick worked for various construction companies for several years. He enjoyed golfing and fishing with his brothers that he loved with all his heart. He loved...
Barbara Jean Terry
Sep 6, 2018
Barbara Jean Terry passed away September 6, 2018. She was a member of Marbledale Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Nora and James Terry; son, Wayne Terry; sisters, Margaret Houser, Novella Mink, and Irene Ibsen. Survived by sister, Etta Terry. Family and friends will meet 12:45pm Monday September 10, 2018 at Asbury Cemetery for a 1:00pm graveside service, Rev....
Ernest Robertson
Sep 5, 2018
Ernest “Ernie” Robertson, of Knoxville, passed away on September 5, 2018. He was a member of Westhaven Baptist Church. Ernie loved playing cards and going to the races. He was a loving husband, brother, and family man. Preceded in death by wife Marlene Robertson; parents, Colyer and Lena Robertson; daughter Sandy; sister Ruth Smart. Survived by daughters Vicky, Sherry, Tammy,...
Bessie Bonnie Lay
Sep 5, 2018
Lay, Bessie Bonnie (Simmons), age 100, went to be with the Lord September 5, 2018. Bessie was born and raised in Corryton, Tennessee. She was a proud graduate of Gibbs High School and a retired long-time employee of Miller’s Department Store. She was a sincere and committed follower of Jesus Christ and was a faithful member of Wallace Memorial Baptist...
