Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Linda Sue Lacy
Jun 23, 2018
Linda Sue Lacy was born on September 3, 1948 to Edward Lacy Jr. and Roxie Brown-Lacy, both preceding her in death as well as her sister Patricia Gail Lacy. Linda leaves two surviving brothers David E. Lacy and Steven R. Lacy; one nephew Scott Lacy; and three nieces Candice Lacy, Nicole Noe and Nina Noe, who she raised as her...
Rachel Hellard
Jun 23, 2018
Rachel Hellard passed away June 23, 2018. She was of the Baptist faith. Rachel had an artistic spirit, she loved to draw, read, and write. Preceded in death by sister Jamie Hellard; grandparents Jeff Hellard, Wanda and Clarence Puckett. Survived by daughter Sierra Forester; son Austin York; granddaughter Isabella; parents Jimmy and Patricia Hellard; sister Valarie Lambdin; grandmother Alice Hellard;...
Anna Mae Clayton
Jun 23, 2018
Anna Mae Plunk Clayton passed away June 23, 2018. She was an enthusiastic bowler at Fountain City Bowling Lanes. She maintained a presence as a vendor at Essau’s Flea Market and many other area flea markets for 30 years. Preceded in death by husband RC Clayton; son Charles Clayton; grandson Chad Raby; parents Asa and Paralee Plunk; as well as...
Audrey Gail Bruner
Jun 22, 2018
Audrey Gail Bruner, age 33, passed away on June 22, 2018. She was born March 20, 1985 to Sharon Lewis and Gordon Bruner. She was a beloved mother, daughter, granddaughter, and friend. She was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her children Brianna Elise Taylor and Brooklyn Denea Taylor, parents Sharon Lewis and Gordon Bruner, siblings...
Rose Cooper
Jun 21, 2018
Rose “Jackie” Cooper, age 59, of Knoxville, TN passed away on June 21, 2018. She was a very loving and caring mother. She was preceded in death by parents Durward Peters and Shirley Sweat, brother John Sweat, and sisters Marie Crisp and Ruth Ann Isabelle. She is survived and will be greatly missed by brother Michael Sweat; sons, Stephen Frank,...
Gary Dewight Hughes
Jun 20, 2018
Gary Dewight Hughes, age 49 of Knoxville, passed away June 20, 2018. Private services will be held at a later date.
Evert Devente
Jun 20, 2018
Evert DeVente went home to his Lord surrounded by his family on June 20th, 2018. Born in Oegstgeest, Holland in 1944 and was raised in Ede, Holland. He was the third of eight children born to Gerrit and Janna DeVente. In 1957, the DeVente family immigrated to the United States, sponsored by the Fourth Presbyterian Church and settled in Knoxville....
George Taylor Brooks
Jun 20, 2018
George Taylor Brooks, age 90, of Thorngrove, passed away on June 20, 2018 at Oakwood Senior Living in Knoxville. He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace Bridges Brooks, parents Joe “Frosty” and Hattie Hickman Brooks, sister Ida Huffaker, and brother John Elmer “Toad” Brooks. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Cathy Jo and Jim Norris of...
Drew Hall
Jun 19, 2018
Drew Hall age 34 of Corryton, TN, passed away on Tuesday June 19, 2018. Drew loved to play pool and also loved to go hiking in the mountains of East Tennessee. Drew was preceded in death by his father Jearl Waller. Drew is survived by his wife Courtney Hall and his wonderful children Haley Hall, Makenzie and Hannah Bunch. He...
Cookie Cheatham
Jun 16, 2018
Cookie Wyrick Cheatham, 61, went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2018. She was employed by Krystal Co. for many years. Cookie was of the Baptist faith and was a faithful member of University Avenue Baptist Church until its closing. Preceded in death by parents, George and Elizabeth Wyrick; brother Jimmy Wyrick. Survived by husband of 34 years,...
Teresa Ann Greer
Jun 16, 2018
Teresa Ann Greer, age 44, of Maryville, TN passed away peacefully on June 16, 2018. Preceded in death by mother Judith Ann Greer. Survived by children, Courtney Ann Thomas and fiancé Brandon Yeaman, Justin Joe Bradburn, and Madison Ann Bradburn; father Bobby Joe and wife Deborah; grandchildren John Mason and Eli Blane.
Randall Bruce Clowers
Jun 16, 2018
Randall Bruce "Randy" Clowers peacefully passed into his eternal Heavenly home Saturday, June 16, 2018 surrounded by loving family members. He was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Buffat Heights Baptist Church. Those who knew and loved Randy will miss his quick wit, dry sense of humor and "never met a stranger" personality. He is preceded in...
James Paul Myers
Jun 15, 2018
James Paul Myers, Jr. age 70 of Knoxville, passed away June 15, 2018. James was a Vietnam veteran. He was of the Baptist faith and pastored many churches in his life. Preceded in death by wife Janet Myers; parents James P. Myers, Sr. and Juanita Myers; sister Helen Wrinkle. Survived by sons Jay Lloyd Myers and Stephen Myers; very special...
Anna Belle Driggers
Jun 13, 2018
Anna B. Driggers, age 75, of Strawberry Plains, TN, went to be with our Lord on June 13, 2018. She was previously from Halls Crossroads. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and was loved by all. Anna was employed as Supervisor over the Greenhouses at Bonnie Plant Farm for over 20 years before she retired. She is preceded...
Macy Montgomery
Jun 12, 2018
Macy P. Montgomery, age 69, passed away June 12, 2018. She was employed by St. Mary’s Medical Center with 47 years of service. She was crafty and loved to crochet. Preceded in death by husband Richard A. Montgomery, father Robert Phibbs and nephew Jason Phibbs. Survivors daughter Carrie A. Montgomery-Newsome (Edward III), grandchildren Anthony, Nathan and Keegan Vallone , mother...
Jimmy C. Thornhill
Jun 10, 2018
Jimmy C. Thornhill, age 70, passed away June 10th, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents; Gilbert & Estella Thornhill, his 3 sisters, and 3 brothers. Jimmy is survived by his wife of 32 years, Kathy Thornhill, son, James Thornhill (Michelle), daughter, Tonya Thornhill, grandchildren; “Alex” James Thornhill, “Zech” Zecheriah Thornhill, Kayla Ables, Chad Fielden, Tristan Fielden, Gabrial...
Carolyn Fay Stafford
Jun 8, 2018
Carolyn Fay Stafford, of Strawberry Plains, went to be with the Lord Friday, June 8. She is preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Hazel Cooper, and daughter Rita Stafford. She is survived by her husband John Stafford, daughters Carol Burns, Johnnie Wright (Roger), Donna Colburn (Jason), many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and a large loving family. Family will receive...
Donna Sue Nipper
Jun 6, 2018
Donna Sue Nipper, age 66, of Powell, Tennessee passed away on June 6th, 2018. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Shonda Jones, Mother, Dorothy P. Ogle, Father, Eugene Oakley, Brother, Danny Oakley, Sister, Neil Parton. She is survived by husband, Oscar H. Nipper; Step Mother, Nadine Oakley; Children, Tammy Weaver (Joe), Candace Davis, Timothy Lenz (Jetta), Angela Jefferies,...
Jimmie Wyatt Mcelroy
Jun 6, 2018
Jimmie (Mouse) Wyatt McElroy, Jr., age 55, of Powell, went home to his heavenly Father on June 6, 2018. He is preceded in death by mother, Mary McElroy as well as grandparents, several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was a special son, father and grandfather. He leaves to carry on his two sons Justin (Sarah) McElroy and Dustin (Macy) McElroy;...
Berniece Rowena Atkins
Jun 6, 2018
Berniece R. (Settle) Atkins, age 89, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. She was a member of Copper Ridge Baptist Church but attended New Beverly Baptist Church. She retired from Standard Knitting Mills after 43 years of service. Preceded in death by parents Evelyn and Dewey Settle; husband Joe Atkins; siblings Arvel, Roberta, Verlin, Bobby,...
