Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Harold David Large
Feb 12, 2017
Harold David Large, age 79, of Knoxville, passed away February 12, 2017. He was born on August 15, 1937 to Emmalee and Henry Large. He was a master plumber for over 50 years. Harold accepted the Lord and was Baptized in the spirit. Preceded in death by his parents and his wife and “Angel” of over 50 years Hazel Jane...
William Thomas Winters
Feb 11, 2017
Winters, William T., 80, went to be with his Lord, on Saturday February 11, 2017. He served faithfully pastoring churches in North Carolina and Tennessee. He was a member of Graveston Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Cordie Winters. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Marcella; several cousins; sister-in-law, Viona Blanson; special friend, Roy...
Pamela Denise Gervais
Feb 11, 2017
Pamela Denise Gervais, age 35, passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 11th, 2017. She is preceded in death by father Gary Gervais and grandfather Dalmas O’dell Denny. Pamela is survived by husband, Brandon Cooper, infant son Mason Cooper, mother Linda (Steve) Copeland, brother Ben (Lauren) Gervais, grandmother Martha Louise Denny and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A special...
Brenda Sue Lawson
Feb 11, 2017
Brenda Sue Lawson age 69 of Fountain City passed away February 11, 2017. She was of the Baptist Faith. Preceded in death by parents Wilburn and Mae Lawson and sister Betty Jones. Survivors: longtime companion Bill McMillan, brother Dennis Lawson, sister Rebecca Davis, brother James Allen Lawson and sister Vonda Kay Medly. Celebration of Life service 7pm Wednesday, Mynatt Funeral...
Simon Lafate West
Feb 11, 2017
Simon Lafate West (Daee), age 85, of Powell and formerly Tazewell, was born January 30, 1932 and passed away February 11, 2017. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Preceded in death by beloved parents Claude and Addy West; daughter Debbie West; sisters Nora Lee Llewellyn, Lou Setzer and Zelma West; brothers Frank, Joe Bruce, Ernest and Claude...
Luther "Boots" Rudd
Feb 10, 2017
Luther Edward “Boots” Rudd, Jr, age 87, of Knoxville, passed away on Friday, February 10th, 2017. He worked at Belew Drug Store and retired from the City of Knoxville after more than 30 years of service. He was an avid UT football fan and enjoyed mowing and working in his yard. He will be sadly missed by his family and...
Gilbert L. Brock
Feb 10, 2017
Rev. Gilbert L. Brock, age 64, of Maynardville, made his final move to his heavenly home on February 10, 2017. He was a longtime truck driver and a member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy & Larsenne Brock; and brother, Tommy Brock. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years,...
Robert "Bobby" Lunsford
Feb 10, 2017
Robert “Bobby” Lunsford, age 54, passed away suddenly Friday, February 10th, 2017. He was born November 24th, 1962. Bobby was a lifelong Tennessee Vols fan. He cared deeply for his family and friends and would do anything in the world to give a helping hand. Preceded in death by Mother, Gwen Lunsford and fiancé Amy Johnson-Jones. Survived by Father Bill...
Mary "Peggy" Lawson
Feb 10, 2017
Mary “Peggy” Strader Lawson, age 94 passed away February 10, 2017. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by husband Cargle L. Lawson; grandson Randy LaRue; sisters Geneva Hannah, Biddy Walker, Cricket Hill, and Betty Grahl; brother Jack Strader. Survived by daughter Carla LaRue and husband H.A. and Laura Gari and husband Gerard; grandchildren Chris LaRue, and Cody...
Teresa M. Branch
Feb 9, 2017
TERESA MARLENE FOSTER BRANCH Teresa Marlene Foster Branch, aged 60, peacefully passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017 at her home in Knoxville, TN. She is survived by her son, Anthony Lynn Dailey, and was predeceased by her parents: William Luther Foster and Mary Evelyn Long, husband: Kenny Branch, brothers: Donnie Foster and Bill Foster, stepson: Brad Branch. Teresa was born...
Julie Geraldine "Gerri" Baird Miller
Feb 9, 2017
Julie Geraldine “Gerri” Baird Miller, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9th, 2017. She was born August 2nd, 1933 to the late Leonard Andrew Baird and Linda Ayers, in Campbell County. She was an avid Lady Vols Fan and would not be interrupted watching a game. She loved being with her family and especially enjoyed time spent with her grandkids....
Blanche Chambers
Feb 8, 2017
Blanche (Hutchison) Chambers, age 100, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, formerly of Knoxville, passed away quietly after a short illness February 8, 2017. Blanche was born September 28, 1916 in Union County, Tennessee, to Albert and Cora (Malone) Hutchinson. She attended Beaverdale Baptist Church in Halls. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Quillie Victor Chambers, dear brothers...
Tommy Leon Mcgill
Feb 7, 2017
Tommy Leon McGill, age 77, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, February 7th, 2017. He retired from X-10, but was better known for coaching youth baseball at Rocky Hill Ball Park and being extremely active with the March of Dimes. He was a devoted husband for 43 years, loving Daddy and amazing Pa to his girls. He was preceded in...
William Albert Pinson
Feb 6, 2017
William Albert Pinson, age 77, of Knoxville, originally from Whitesville, West Virginia, danced off to heaven to be with his wife, February 6, 2017. A full family man he enjoyed outdoors, camping, an avid genealogy and history buff, he loved doing research any chance he got. He worked hard raising his family, traveling for Family Dollar, finally settling in Knoxville...
Freddie Sue Dotson
Feb 6, 2017
Freddie Sue Dotson, age 72 of Knoxville, passed away February 6, 2017. She was a member of Black Oak Baptist Church. Sue was a very loving wife and mother, who always wore a smile that was infectious to those around her. She loved all of her grandbabies to no end. Preceded in death by parents Clark and Mary Phillips; brothers...
Robin Delano Sweet
Feb 5, 2017
Robin Sweet (Sweetpea), age 71, of Halls Crossroads met Jesus on February 5, 2017. He peacefully passed away at the home of his daughter, Rose (Ernie) Cox. He attended Sharon Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife, Alma Sweet; father and mother, Robert and Josina Sweet; sisters, Joann, Cindy, Marilyn, and step son Kenny. He is survived...
James "Jimmy" Miller
Feb 5, 2017
James C. "Jimmy" Miller, age 81 of Knoxville, passed away on February 5, 2017 with his family by his side. James enjoyed to play music with his friends and was a dedicated Alabama football fan. Preceded in death by parents, Earnest Miller and Lula Farr; brother, Ernie. James is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Marie Miller; grandchildren,...
Terry Allen Frazier
Feb 4, 2017
Terry Allen Frazier, born August 13, 1949 and died February 4, 2017. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur “Bud” Frazier and June Drake Frazier and brother, Wayne M. Frazier. Survivors: wife of 36 years, Pam Frazier. Son, Adrian Frazier and wife Charlotte. Daughter, Megan Hopson and husband Aaron. Special friend, Janie Hopson. Sisters, Vickie Frazier Painter of Maryville and Connie...
Paul Lester
Feb 4, 2017
Paul Lester went to be with the Lord 6:00 Saturday night, February 4, 2017. He was 82 years old here and 63 years old with Christ in heavenly places. Born of the flesh October 18, 1934 and born again of the Spirit in 1952. He was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a preacher, teacher, song...
Ronald Lynn Ault
Feb 4, 2017
Ronald Lynn Ault, age 62, of Maynardville, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2017. He was preceded in death by father, Harold Ault; mother, Beaulah Williams Rosenbalm; son, Robbie Ault. He is survived by his wife, Vicki Ault; sons, Adam Smith Ault and Ronnie Smith Ault; daughter, Jessica Diane Smith Ault; son, Rance Ault; two grandchildren, Shali and Zoey; sister, Patricia...
