Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Oscar Loy
Jan 2, 2017
Oscar Sherdin Loy, Sr. age 62, born on June 18, 1954 went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2017. He left behind his beloved wife of 43 years Linda Sue Wyrick Loy; daughter Jennifer Renee Loy-Cano and husband Juventino Cano II; son Oscar Sherdin Loy, Jr. and wife Amy Elizabeth Moore-Loy; five grandchildren Michael, Alec, Selena, Karina, and...
James William "June Bug" Vanover
Jan 2, 2017
James William “June Bug” Vanover, Jr., of Knoxville, passed away on January 2, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Virginia Vanover. Survivors include siblings Jessie Williams and husband Benny, Moses Vanover and wife Betty, Martha Hammond and husband Charles, Daryl Vanover and wife Christy, and Charles Vanover and wife Mary; a host of Nieces and...
Lillian Carol Northern
Jan 2, 2017
Lillian Carol Dyer Northern, passed away January 2, 2017 at Beverly Park Place. She was preceded in death by her parents, W.C. (Bill) & Iola Dyer; son, William Harmon Northern; sister and brother-in-law, Rev. Jesse P. & Ann Rouse. She is survived by daughter, Lisa Holbert McKenzie (Bryan); sister and best friend, Joyce Dyer; grandchildren, Michael and Kedrick McKenzie and...
Martha Lorraine Conard
Jan 1, 2017
Martha Lorraine Conard, age 72, of Greenback passed away January 1, 2017. She was preceded in death by husband Albert Conard, parents William & Mattie Hunley, sister Inez Cupp, as well as several brothers. Survivors include children Charles Hancock, Cindy Ellison, and Steven Hancock, 7 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends 3-5 pm Wednesday at Mynatt...
Margaret Emily Carmichael
Jan 1, 2017
Margaret Emily Carmichael, age 24 of Knoxville, passed away January 1, 2017. Preceded in death by uncle, Joe Carmichael, grandmother, Aileen Cronis, and cousin, PFC Patrick Fitzgibbon. Survived by mother Sandra Strickland and father Phillip Ray Carmichael; brothers Paul and Nathan Strickland and Phillip Ryan Carmichael; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral service will be 3pm Sunday Mynatt...
Barbara Ray Richards
Dec 31, 2016
Barbara Ray Richards, age 69, of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray & Isabella McCloud; grandmother, Inez King; great-grandson, Karter Headrick. She is survived by her daughter, Katrina Headrick, and her husband Jeff; grandchildren, Brandon and Brianna Clemmer, Kyler Headrick and wife...
James Earl Likens
Dec 28, 2016
James “Shorty” Likens, Sr., age 77, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on December 28th, 2016. He was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by parents, John Thomas and Lou Vinia Likens, brothers Frank and Eugene Likens, and twin sister Phyllis Hickman. He is survived by son Peanut Likens, and wife Angie, daughter Nancy...
Stacy Lynn Tritt
Dec 28, 2016
Stacy Lynn Tritt, age 51, passed away at Norris Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by family on December 28, 2016. Born in Knoxville, TN, Stacy spent her childhood in Winston-Salem NC. She lived many years in each Knoxville, Charlotte, NC, and Daytona Beach, FL. Stacy was known for her kind and loving spirit. She touched the lives of everyone she...
Ralph Edward Bean
Dec 27, 2016
Ralph E. Bean Jr., age 79, of Knoxville, went to be with his Lord, December 27, 2016 at UT Hospital with his three daughters by his side. Although he was born in Tennessee he was an avid Alabama football fan. He was a member of Son Light Baptist Church, a graduate of East High School and was a veteran of...
Susanna Ruth West
Dec 26, 2016
Susanna West, age 81, of Knoxville, passed away December 26, 2016. She was a wonderful mother, wife, and grandmother. She enjoyed fishing, shrimping, and being with family and friends. She also loved the mountains and loved to travel. Preceded in death by her mother Gertrand; father Alfred; spouse Charles C. West; daughter Shirley Mae. Survived by son Curtis West and...
Tony Eugene Underhill
Dec 26, 2016
Tony “Old School” Underhill, age 49, of Knoxville, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, December 26th, 2016. He was born on December 23rd, 1967 to Dewey and Sue Parin Underhill. Tony loved college football, especially Alabama. He tinkered on cars and could fix most anything. He will be missed by all who loved him. Tony was preceded...
Christine Miller Lewis
Dec 26, 2016
Christine Miller Lewis, born October 19, 1916 in Sardis, Mississippi and passed away December 26, 2016. She was a faithful member of Glenwod Baptist Church. Preceded ion death by parents: Lillie Belle Eckles Miller and Simeon Jackson Miller. Sister, Clarice E. Proctor. Brother, Joe E. Miller and three husbands: Malcolm Seales, William Thomas Seymour and Vaughn Lewis. One son, James...
Rory Vincent Sharp
Dec 24, 2016
Rory Vincent Sharp, age 54, of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, December 24th, 2016. He was a United States Army Veteran. He was an amazing musician who loved playing locally for family, friends, and strangers. He was preceded in death by father, Jerry Lynn Sharp and grandparents. He is survived by children Heather Sharp and Rowan (Alison Ostrander) Sharp; lifelong...
Martha Frances Widner
Dec 24, 2016
Martha Frances Widner, age 85, of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, December 24th, 2016. Martha was a registered nurse at several area nursing homes. She was preceded in death by husband, J.L. Widner, her parents and sister. She is survived by children, Jenny Smith, Lynn Fry, Jay Widner, Joy Walker, Patti West, and Dawn Widner, 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, 1...
Mary Jane Meadows
Dec 23, 2016
Please don’t grieve for me, because I’m right where I want to be. Jesus has wiped away my tears. I’m finally home with Teresa. My lonely days and dark nights are over at last. My heart is finally healed. I want to thank all my family and friends for your prayers, cards and help after Teresa’s passing. Now lay me...
Emma Jean Ogle
Dec 21, 2016
Emma Jean Ogle, age 89, passed away on December 21, 2016. She was a wonderful caring mother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend. She loved to help others, never met a stranger, loved to laugh and talk. Emma was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Ogle; mother Vola McCarter; father John H. McCarter; brother, Steven M. McCarter. She will...
Sam Wardlaw Taylor
Dec 21, 2016
Sam Wardlaw Taylor, Jr., age 77, of Knoxville, passed away December 21st, 2016. He was a member of Sharon Baptist Church and retired from K-Mart as a manager after 35 years of service. He was preceded in death by parents Sam and Brunelle Taylor, and sister Judy Stipe. Survived by wife of 55 years, Barbara Dill Taylor, sons Sam W....
Georgetta E. Harrell
Dec 20, 2016
Georgetta E. Harrell, age 96, of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2016. She was baptized in 2015 at the age of 94 at the First Apostolic Church in Knoxville. She retired from Knoxville Scenic Studio. She loved flowers, enjoyed gardening, and was an excellent seamstress. Preceded in death by husband, Barton Harrell, II; son, Barton Harrell, III; parents, Will...
Gerald "Jerry" Webb Robbins
Dec 19, 2016
Gerald “Jerry” Webb Robbins, age 51, of Powell, passed away December 19, 2016. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Powell. Preceded in death by father, Webb Robbins and sister, Leslee Preece. Survived by son, Valus Robbins; mother, Joyce Robbins; sister, Lara Kajs; brother, Jeff (Tammy) Robbins; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. The family will receive...
Cora Cooper Murrell
Dec 18, 2016
Cora Cooper Murrell, of Knoxville, at the incredible age of 95, got the heavenly call she had been waiting for on Sunday morning, December 18th, 2016. She would always say “I don’t know why God is leaving me here, but He will call for me when He is ready.” She was blessed to live a long, healthy life. She enjoyed...
