Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Norma Pearl Tolliver
Dec 1, 2017
Norma Pearl Tolliver (Whaley), age 68 of Anderson County, TN went to be with the lord on December 1, 2017. She was a devoted and loving wife. She was the most amazing mother with much more love and compassion than a child’s heart could embrace. Preceded in death by father George Whaley and mother Flora Whaley (Nolan). She is survived...
Danny Ernest Mccarter
Nov 30, 2017
Danny Ernest McCarter, age 70 of Powell, TN passed away Thursday November 30, 2017. He was an United States Army Veteran and served as a medic in the Vietnam War. He was also a Silver Star recipient. He was a former member of West Lonsdale Baptist Church and was currently a member of First Baptist Church of Powell. He retired...
George Hobert Murphy
Nov 29, 2017
George Hobert Murphy went to be with the Lord November 29, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family. He left a great legacy behind. He was the son of the late Henry and Lula Murphy. Preceded in death by his wife Christine Murphy and son Phillip Wayne Murphy. Survived by son David (Kathy) Murphy; daughters Bobbie (Bob) Stanton and...
Bryce Garrin Olinger
Nov 28, 2017
Bryce Garrin Olinger, age 15, of Powell, went to be with the Lord on November 28, 2017. Bryce was a ray of sunshine to everyone around him. He was always laughing, always happy, and had a smile that would light up a room. He loved music, swimming, traveling and balloons, but especially found joy in spending time with his family....
Jason Robert Byrd
Nov 27, 2017
Rev. Jason Robert Byrd MSSgt United States Air Force retired, age 94 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord November 27, 2017. Member of Faith Baptist Church in Rockford, Tn. Preceded in death by parents Elbert and Effie Byrd, wife of 70 years and the love of his life Minerva “Candy” Byrd and daughter Cathy Byrd, brothers Gwyn...
Mary Tillie Tallent
Nov 27, 2017
Mary Tillie Tallent, age 86, passed away November 27, 2017. She was a member of Blue Springs Baptist Church of Sharps Chapel. Preceded in death by parents Clarence and Elva Carr; brothers Clarence Jr. and Lloyd Carr; sisters Illa Maham and Anna Carr. Survived by beloved husband Elmer “Budgee” Tallent; son Jim Tillie and wife Sharon; four grandchildren; six great...
Marjorie Gamble Gardner
Nov 25, 2017
Marjorie Gamble Gardner, born August 26, 1924 and died November 25, 2017. Preceded in death by husband of 61 years marriage, Charles B. Gardner; only daughter, Carolyn Gardner Buttram; parents, Ira and Callie Gamble; and three half-brothers, James, Thornton, and Frederick Gamble. Marjorie is survived by three sons, Bruce Gardner and his wife, Cyndy, of Crossville, TN, Frederick Lee Gardner...
Peggy Joyce Sharp
Nov 24, 2017
Peggy Joyce Sharp will be honored with a celebration of her life on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at Salem Baptist Church from 12:00-3:00 pm. All family and friends are invited to attend as we honor her life and share memories. Food and refreshments will be served.
L. C. Bruce,
Nov 24, 2017
L.C. “Sonny” Bruce, Jr., age 71, of Knoxville, went peacefully to be with Jesus on Friday, November 24th, 2017. He was born on July 6th, 1946 to the late L.C. Bruce, Sr. and Helen Murray Bruce. He graduated from Central High School, the Tennessee Military Institute, and later enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served during the Vietnam...
Aaron Matthew Collette
Nov 23, 2017
Aaron Matthew Collette “Matt”, 31 of Knoxville, passed away November 23, 2017. He was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed racing with his dad and fishing with his son. Matt was a kind and loving son, father, and friend. Preceded in death by mother Connie Smith. Survived by son Isaac Collette; father Ernie and Tammy Collette; sister Katrina Collette; girlfriend...
Barbara Pinkston Sumter
Nov 22, 2017
Barbara Pinkston Sumter, born January 25, 1935, went to be with the Lord on November 22, 2017. She retired from KUB after many years of dedicated service. Barbara was also a long-time member of Salem Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir and directed the children’s choir for many years. She enjoyed bowling, and spending time with her family....
Spencer Neal Baugus
Nov 21, 2017
Spencer Neal Baugus, born April 2, 1982, flew to Heaven on the angel express on November 21, 2017. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Maelyn Baugus. He was a great son, loved and cherished by his mama, Charlotte F. Baugus; father, Doyle Baugus; sister, Spring Baugus; brother, Bobby Baugus; grandparents, Janice D. Tacker, John Tacker, and Jesse O....
Imogene Vandergriff Andrews
Nov 20, 2017
Imogene Vandergriff Andrews, age 85, of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord on November 20, 2017. She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Mack Vandergriff and Elijah Andrews; parents, Thurman & Bertie Johnson; brothers, Roy, Eugene, J.T., Hobert, Edgar, Danny, and Joe Johnson; sister, Juanita LeSueur and 7 half brothers...
Lida Myrtle Ridenour
Nov 20, 2017
Lida Myrtle Ridenour, age 99, formerly of Knoxville, passed away November 20, 2017. She is preceded in death by husbands, Eugene Edmondson, Edward Haynes, and Lester Ridenour; daughter, Frances Darlene Edmondson; great-grandson, Grayson Graves; parents, Gibson & Cora Warwick. She is survived by son, J. William Edmondson (Judy); daughter, Betty F. Barry (Thomas); grandchildren, Angela Clapp (Barry), Kiokee Carnes, Kayla...
Dana Lee Loveday-Phillips
Nov 20, 2017
Dana Lee (Phillips) Loveday age 49 of Knoxville passed away Monday, November 20, 2017 at St. Marys Hospital. Preceded in death by mother Yvonne Leatherwood. Survivors the father of her children Kenneth Loveday, sons Aaron Higgins and Shane Loveday, daughters Kelsie Cheatham, Leeann, Kendra and Layla Loveday, 7 grandchildren, stepfather David Leatherwood, brother Joey Phillips and sister Stephanie Phillips. Memorial...
James Brownlow "J.B." Stansberry
Nov 19, 2017
James Brownlow “J.B.” Stansberry, born October 24, 1934, passed away November 19, 2017. He was a member and deacon of Community Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by parents, Bill & Lula Sweet Stansberry; sisters, Hazel, Etta Lee, Nell, Mattie Lee; brothers, Roy, Robert, and Johnny Stansberry. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lucille Keck Stansberry;...
Frances Marion Lawson
Nov 18, 2017
Frances “Fatsy” Marion Day Lawson, age 72, of Knoxville, received her wings and went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 18th, 2017. She was born on July 21st, 1945 to the late Christopher and Lillian Taylor Day. She was a born-again Christian, loved by so many, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was...
Thomas Randolph Testerman
Nov 18, 2017
Thomas Randolph Testerman, (quite possibly the smartest man in the world), age 52, of Knoxville passed away at U.T. Medical Center November 18, 2017 surrounded by his children and their mother. He loved and was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. He loved watching and coaching sports. Preceded in death by parents T.J. and Ida Testerman; brother Barry Ellis;...
James Perry Browning
Nov 18, 2017
James Perry “Buck” Browning, age 78, of Powell passed away November 18th. Buck was known for his expert and custom work with fiberglass, mold design, all types of repair, and building fiberglass fishing boats. Preceded in death by father Bruce Earl Browning Sr., mother Ruby Louise Mays Browning, and sister Shirley Clifton Sims. Survived by wife Delinda Browning, son Ty...
