Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Ronald Walter Rehahn
Nov 26, 2025
Ronald Walter Rehahn, age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, November 26, 2025. He was born on August 18, 1952 in Wyandotte, Michigan. Ronald loved to hike in the Smokey Mountains, reading at Norris Dam and opera. Ronald was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Anita and Roland Richter and sister, Erika Scaliei. Ronald is survived by his...
Vickie Lynn Kimberlin
Nov 26, 2025
Vickie Lynn Kimberlin, age 77, of Powell, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
She was preceded in death by mother, Oma Sliger; son, Edward “Ted” Barker; and beloved husband, John Kimberlin.
She is survived by daughter, Jennifer (Erich) Webber; grandchildren, John, Jacob, and Andrew Webber; sister, Bonnie Knox; and brother, Ron Sliger.
Family and friends will meet at 10:45 am on...
Jeffrey Scott Davis
Nov 25, 2025
Jeffrey Scott Davis, age 46, of Corryton, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was a member of Corryton Church.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Delilah Davis.
He is survived by his wife, Amber Davis; children, Madison Powell, Wheeler Powell, Jeremiah Davis, and Hannah Keyes; father, Ernest Davis; sister, Cassie Powell (Scott); and nieces & nephews, Dylan...
Wayne Richard Parrott
Nov 25, 2025
Wayne Richard Parrott, age 77, of Knoxville passed away on November 25, 2025. He was a loving husband and father, but his favorite title was “Papa”. He enjoyed gardening and feeding the wildlife around his home. He was of the Christian faith and will be missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gib and...
Reba Caver
Nov 23, 2025
Reba Stillwell Caver, age 58, went home to be with the Lord on November 23, 2025. Preceded in death by parents J.C. and Emmalee Stillwell, brother Johnny Stillwell, and son-in-law Ricardo Hernandez. Survived by daughter Kandi Hernandez, grandchildren Angel, Thomas, Ricardo, and David Hernandez, sister Carolyn Stillwell, brothers Robbie (JoAnn) Stillwell and Tim Stillwell, nephews Avi (Michelle) Varner and Adam...
Monica Denise Williams
Nov 23, 2025
Monica Denise Williams, age 52, passed away surrounded by family on November 23, 2025.
Monica was a devoted mother, loving wife, proud Nae Nae, cherished daughter, little sister, and a friend to anyone lucky enough to know her. Monica loved her daughters and granddaughter more than anything in this world. They were her greatest joy, her deepest pride, and the center...
Steven Wayne Ellis Sr.
Nov 22, 2025
Steven Wayne Ellis, age 59, of Knoxville, TN, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Robert “RG” and Mary Lou Ellis, brother, Charles “Eddie” Ellis, sisters, Alma L. Qualls, Della Barber, Brenda Gellar, and Patricia Miller.
He was survived by his sons, Steven Wayne Ellis Jr. (Chelsea), Mack Bradlee Ellis (Ashley), sister, Pauline...
Reba Marie Smith
Nov 20, 2025
The Light Remains
There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone the light remains.
Reba Marie Smith, age 74, unexpectedly passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, finally receiving her angel wings. She was born October 21, 1951, to her parents, Samuel and Ella Gentry who preceded her in death. Many family members...
William "Billy" Howard Spires, Sr.
Nov 20, 2025
William “Billy” Howard Spires, Sr., age 72, of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family and friends. He was a beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He was an avid sports lover, and he grew up boxing for Golden Gloves. He loved cooking, gambling, shopping, and going to the YMCA...
Lloyd Marlin Hodge Jr.
Nov 20, 2025
Lloyd “Bud” Marlin Hodge Jr., age 59 of Knoxville, TN, lovingly known as “Poppy” and “Pop Pop”. Lloyd’s devoted family is left to mourn this tragedy, along with a host of friends and lives impacted by his humor and generosity. A celebration of life will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to...
Reaunette Lee Huff
Nov 20, 2025
Reaunette Lee Huff, age 76 of Knoxville, passed away November 20, 2025. Family will receive friends 5:00-7:00pm Monday, November 24, 2025, at Mynatt Funeral Home, Powell Chapel with service to follow, Dr. Alan Price officiating. Family and friends will meet at 9:00am Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Mynatt Funeral Home, Powell Chapel to go in procession to East Tennessee Veterans...
Susan "Bunny" Elaine Burchfield
Nov 19, 2025
Susan "Bunny" Elaine Burchfield, age 67, went to be with the Lord and her son Brandon on November 19, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her son, Brandon Glenn Burchfield; parents, Fred Lay and Olive Baker Lay; and brother, John Scott Lay.
Survived by her siblings, David Lay, Freddie Lay, Jana Lay Poe, and Steve Lay; nieces and nephews, Aaron David...
Cheryl Denise McArtor
Nov 19, 2025
Cheryl Denise (Homan) McArtor, age 78, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. She was born on March 30, 1947, in Waukegan, IL., to Elmer and Jayne Homan. Cheryl’s family was among the founding families of Fox Lake, IL, where she spent much of her childhood. Her parents owned Homan’s Sporting Goods and Bait Shop, where Cheryl...
Joseph Edward Doheny, Jr.
Nov 19, 2025
Joseph Edward Doheny, Jr., age 62, of Powell passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Joseph had a strong faith in the Lord and was a member of First Baptist Church of Powell.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Isobel Doheny.
Joseph is survived by his wife, Eileen Doheny; sons, Joseph "Joey"...
Lawrence Farrington
Nov 18, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" Farrington, age 73, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Larry was born on January 22, 1952 in Knoxville, Tn. He graduated class of 1970 from Halls High School. In his younger years, he had a need for speed. On any given night, you could find him street racing in his 69'...
William "Bill" Allen Martin
Nov 18, 2025
William “Bill” A. Martin age 64, of Corryton, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Bill was saved at an early age and was a faithful member of Atkins Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Gibbs High School, graduating class of 1979. Bill went on to attend Mid-American College...
Carolyn Joy Humphrey
Nov 18, 2025
Carolyn Joy Humphrey, born January 22, 1959, was a devoted wife, mother and sister. faithful servant of the Pentecostal faith, and beloved member of her family, went home to be with the Lord on November 18, 2025. She lived a life marked by grace, compassion, and unwavering faith. Her greatest joy was found in loving God and others. She carried...
Charles Edison Melton
Nov 17, 2025
Charles Edison Melton, known to all as “Eddie,” passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 86 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on May 29, 1939, in Chester, South Carolina, and raised in nearby Rock Hill, Eddie lived a life marked by quiet strength, deep loyalty, and unwavering devotion to his family.A proud veteran of both the United States...
Clara Arrowood Hair
Nov 17, 2025
Clara A. Hair age 85 of Louisville, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord Monday, November 17, 2025. She was a longtime member of Unaka Street Church of God. Faithfully attended Olivet Baptist Church. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Preceded in death by Walter and Haline Taylor; son, W. B. Hobby; brothers, Floyd and Hal...
Charles I. Russell, Jr.
Nov 17, 2025
It is with some earthly sorrow we announce the heavenly passing of Charles I Russell, Jr., age 83 of Dandridge, TN. Charles fought a long battle over many years with some amazing victories when doctors had given up many times. He grew a great love for his Lord through those battles and was faithful to share his testimony with all...
