Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Nell Grace Spears
Aug 25, 2026
Nell Grace Spears- Born June 20, 1940, went home to be with the Lord August 25, 2026. Her childhood she lived in Grainger County among aunts, uncles and cousins who she loved so much. Later, her family moved to Corryton, TN. Those who have passed before her: Husband, Ronald (Johnny) Spears; Son, Randal (Randy) Spears; Parents, Howard and Doll Roach;...
Ronald Alfred Trosper
Aug 25, 2026
Ronald Alfred Trosper, age 69, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026.Ronald was a hardworking man who loved his family very much. He enjoyed watching old Western movies, collecting guns, fishing, and spending time with the people he loved most. Above all, Ronald treasured his daughters and granddaughter and the time he was able to spend with his family.Ronald was...
Joseph Isaac Washam
Aug 25, 2026
Joseph (Joe) Washam, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on May 15, 1967.
Joe will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish his memory, including his wife, Donna Washam; his son, Micheal...
Helen Joyce Grizzell
Aug 24, 2026
Helen Joyce (Turner) Grizzell age 90, of Knoxville, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026. She was a faithful and longtime member of Fairview Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James C. Grizzell, Jr.; father, Rector Vertrue Turner; mother, Eula Mae (Simmons) Turner; granddaughter, Jessica Dawn Grizzell; and brother, Charles V. Turner.
Helen is survived by...
James Wesley Boyd
Aug 24, 2026
James (Jimmy) Wesley Boyd, 85, of Powell, TN, went home to his eternal reward on August 24, 2026. Born and raised in Johnstown, PA, Jimmy made Powell his home in 1968 and built a life rooted in faith, family, service, and community. Jimmy graduated from Johnstown High School in 1959, having been a proud member of the 1958 Western PA...
Herma D. Mills
Aug 23, 2026
Herma D. Mills, age 91, of Lucasville, OH, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026. Herma was a devoted member of Central Church of Christ in Portsmouth, Ohio. She dedicated 47 years of service to Goodyear Atomic Corporation before retiring. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alfred B. Mills, Jr.; her brother, Gene Cabiness; her mother,...
Jerry Eugene Cox
Aug 23, 2026
Jerry Eugene Cox, age 79, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.He was a faithful and loving husband, father, papaw, brother, and uncle. His life was marked by service, faith, music, brotherhood and love. He graduated from Karns High School and proudly served his country as a member of the...
Kenneth Dean Ball
Aug 22, 2026
Kenneth Dean Ball, age 58, was born on April 29, 1969, and passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at this home in Powell, TN. He was born at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Knoxville, TN and to his parents, Ann and Dean Ball.
Little Bit, Kenny, K Ball and Ken were names he answered to throughout his life. He was a...
Jonathan Blake Goosie
Aug 21, 2026
Jonathan “Blake” Goosie (November 15, 2004 - August 20, 2026)
Blake tragically left this world on Thursday, August 20, 2026. He is a redeemed son of the Most High; a beloved son to Chris and Terra; a blessing of a brother to Grace and Josiah Schelling, Gavin Goosie, Natalie McGuire, and Benjamin Johnson; and a dear friend to too many to...
Earl H. Schady Jr.
Aug 21, 2026
Earl H. Schady Jr., age 62, of Maynardville, TN passed away on August 21, 2026. He graduated from the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville as a mechanic. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl H. Schady Sr.; grandmother, Cora Neil Rogers and sister, Sharon Wiley. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley V. Schady; daughters, Whitney...
Jamie Lou Keck
Aug 19, 2026
Jamie Keck, 64 years old, of Knoxville, TN. Born on November 6, 1961. Died on August 19, 2026. Jamie was a remarkably compassionate soul who brought immense joy, laughter, and warmth to everyone who knew her. She spent her life pouring unconditional love into her family. She had a rare ability to make others feel seen and valued, leaving an...
Jeffery E Harris
Aug 19, 2026
Jeffery Earnest Harris, age 66, of Powell, TN, went to be with the Lord on August 19, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Connie "Molly"; parents, Billy and Dorothy; brother, Robert Harris; and sisters, Janice Justice and Rhonda Smelser.
He is survived by his son, Josh; siblings, Ricky Harris (Allen), Maria Eastham (Sherry Wilson), Barbara Haworth, and Melinda...
Mary Jane Davis
Aug 18, 2026
Mary Jane Davis, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Preceded in death by brother, Eugene Elbert Davis; mother, Ella Mae Davis; grandparents, Oliver and Alice Davis; uncles, Oliver Jr Ford and John Davis.
Survived by aunt, Patsy Davis; special cousins, Terry Davis, John E. Davis, Charles B. Davis, Karen Walls and Sandra Estes; many special friends.
The family would like...
Wilma Jean Owens
Aug 18, 2026
Wilma Jean “Mimi” Owens, 90 years of age, celebrated her joyful entry into heaven’s courts at 6:36 a.m. on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. In 2024, she was preceded in her homecoming by her husband of almost 69 years, James Clifford Owens. Just prior to her passing, she celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends at her “apartment” at NHC...
Kathryn Kramer Franklin
Aug 18, 2026
Kathryn "Kathy" Kramer Franklin, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and educator, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 4, 1955, in Mobile, Alabama, Kathy was the cherished daughter of Jeanette D. Kramer and the late Earl J. Kramer.
Kathy's life was a tapestry of love, learning, and dedication. She graduated from Grissom...
Janice Lee Stapleton
Aug 17, 2026
Janice Lee Stapleton of Knoxville died on Monday, August 17, 2026, after a battle with dementia. She was 76. She was of the Methodist faith and a homemaker. Janice was active in the Scottish Society of Knoxville and the Smokey Mountain Scottish Festival and Games. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emory David Stapleton; her father, James Howard...
David Earl Taylor, Sr.
Aug 17, 2026
A light of the Lord, and a light to all who knew and loved him, David Earl Taylor, Sr. passed away peacefully on August 17th, 2026. Affectionally known as “Dave” or “The Real David Taylor”, he spent all of his wonderful 88 years of life in Knoxville, TN. Dave was raised by his grandmother, Margaret Taylor, who he referred to...
Joyce Earlene Goosie
Aug 15, 2026
Joyce Earlene Goosie, age 67, of Heiskell, TN passed away on August 15, 2026, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
For 28 years, she proudly served as a Medical Assistant at South Eastern Retina Associates, where she touched the lives of countless patients and coworkers with her kindness, compassion, and caring spirit. She was loved by all who knew her and...
Yvonne Marie Alger
Aug 15, 2026
Yvonne Marie "Cookie" (Taylor) Alger, age 73, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
She was born in Prince George, VA on February 5, 1953, to Wilbur "Buck" and Effie Jamison.
She is survived by one brother, a daughter and son-in-law, three sons and one daughter-in-law, six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 12:00pm - 1:00pm...
Larry Martin McCloud
Aug 15, 2026
Larry Martin McCloud, age 75, of Washburn, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Isabella McCloud; his grandmother, Inez King; his sister, Barbara Richards; and his dear friend, Danny “Weebie” Weaver.
Larry proudly served his country as an Army Vietnam veteran. During his service, he formed two lifelong friendships with Stephen...
