Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Ruth Elizabeth Smith
Dec 9, 2015
Smith, Ruth Elizabeth age 81. She served her Lord, husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with a loving heart her entire life. She passed away at her residence December 9, 2015. She was an active member of Northside Baptist Church for 62 years. Preceded in death by her husband Ed Smith; parents George and Beatrice Adams; brothers Carl Adams and Earl...
Bobbie Evelyn Lusby
Dec 9, 2015
Bobbie Bounds Lusby, age 85, of Knoxville passed away December 9, 2015. She was a member of Fountain City United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Hugh Lee Lusby; father, Wesley Adam Bounds, and mother Lillie McNutt Bounds; brothers, Beryl, Carl, Charles, Lloyd, and William Bounds; sisters, Gladys Clabough and Peggy Bounds....
Ann "Mamaw Honey" Owens
Dec 7, 2015
Ann “Mamaw Honey” Owens, age 72 of Knoxville passed away peacefully into her saviors arms while surrounded by her family December 7, 2015. She was a Mom to many and the doors of her home were always open. Known for her warm and vibrant spirit, she loved people and good conversation as much as she loved the beach and the...
Betty Moyers Zell
Dec 6, 2015
Betty Moyers Zell, age 89, passed away December 6, 2015. She was born July 3, 1926 in Claiborne County, Tennessee. Betty was of the Baptist faith. Betty was a seamstress for many years making majorette and cheer uniforms for Rule High School, the Baby Falcons, and various other schools. Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years Charles Zell;...
Jennifer Elaine Wright
Dec 5, 2015
Arrangements under the direction of Mynatt Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
Thomas Scott Miller
Dec 5, 2015
Tommy Miller, age 58, of Halls, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2015. He was of the Baptist faith. He never met a stranger and loved helping others face the battles he faced himself. Preceded in death by parents, Oma Glea Miller and Thomas Scott Miller, Sr.; and sister, Patsy Miller. Survived by children, son, Zach; daughters, Erin (Tyler) Hood, Kasey...
Joseph Tilman Hicks
Dec 5, 2015
Arrangements under the direction of Mynatt Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
Donald Mark Lusk
Dec 3, 2015
Donald Mark Lusk, age 61, went to be with the Lord December 3, 2015. He was preceded in death by wife Jannine M. Lusk and parents Henry and Cora Lusk. Survivors include sons Joshua M. Lusk and wife Shana and Benjamin A. Lusk and wife Lisa, 6 grandchildren, sister Brenda Trapp, and fiancé Rebecca Harmon. The family will receive friends...
Ethel Johnson
Dec 3, 2015
Ethel Johnson, age 91 of Corryton, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2015 at Willow Ridge Health and Rehab. She was a member of Clear Branch Baptist Church and was a worthy Grand Matron for Order of O.E.S. Corryton Chapter. Preceded in death by husband, Roy D. Johnson. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Len and Edna Johnson, Stephen and Terri Johnson,...
Gary Lee West
Dec 2, 2015
Gary Lee West, age 54, went to be with the Lord on December 2, 2015. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and devoted friend. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mary Lee West and brother, Randy West. Survivors include his wife Kay West, son Chris West and wife...
Candice "Candy" Mallonee Clem
Dec 1, 2015
Candice “Candy” Mallonee Clem passed away Tuesday morning December 1, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. She fought long and hard with grace and faith. She was a member of City View Baptist Church and a devoted employee of Pediatric Consultants. She was preceded in death by father Raymond Mallonee and mother Verneena “Cookie” Mallonee. Survivors include loving and...
Alva Marlow
Dec 1, 2015
Alva Marlow, age 75, passed away December 1, 2015. Preceded in death by parents and seven siblings. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Family and friends will meet 1:45 pm Sunday at Bells Campground Cemetery for 2:00 pm graveside service, Rev. Chad Rittenhouse officiating.
Gerald "Jerry" Mcphetridge
Dec 1, 2015
Gerald "Jerry" McPhetridge (age 78) was born in Maynardville, TN on July 26, 1937 and earned his wings on December 1, 2015 at 1:38pm in his home, in Knoxville, TN, where his wife and daughter were at his bedside holding his hands. Gerald accomplished many great things throughout his lifetime, such as: establishing the first Western Auto store in Union...
Edith Ira Margaret Livingston
Dec 1, 2015
Edith Ira Margaret Livingston of Corryton, TN. Edith went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 1st, 2015 at the age of 98. She was the wife of Rev. David C. Livingston. He pastored many local Baptist Churches of which Edith taught Sunday school and vacation Bible school for more than 50 years. She was preceded in death...
Raymond D. West
Nov 29, 2015
Raymond D. West, age 81 of Powell, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at 7:42 am. Member and choir leader at Union Chapel Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Homer and Altha West; sister, Wanda Hatmaker; son-in-law, Tom Bowen. Survived by wife of 60 plus years, Jane West; sons, Kenneth (Kathy) Boles, Michael...
Richard E. Tice
Nov 29, 2015
Richard Earl Tice, age 52, of Knoxville passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015 at home. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Powell. He worked at Rohm Haas for 15 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enthusiastic turkey hunter. He is survived by devoted wife of 26 years Teresa Bailey Tice; his beloved daughter Addison Renae Tice;...
Bobby Gene Lakins
Nov 29, 2015
Bobby Gene Lakins, age 78, passed away November 29, 2015. He was a member of New Beverly Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Lakins. He is survived by his son, Todd Lakins. At his wishes, Mr. Lakins was cremated.
Janice Gail Pinkston
Nov 29, 2015
Janice Pinkston (Nelson) of Knoxville, TN, went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2015. Janice retired from TVA after 20+ years of dedicated workmanship. She is preceded in death by her father Norman Nelson and grandson Jacob Cohoon. She is survived by her husband Heath Pinkston; mother Barbara Nelson; son Brad Pyle; daughters Shanna Justice and Kristy Dills;...
Sheila Darlene Watson Warren
Nov 28, 2015
Sheila Darlene Watson Warren, age 58, of Halls went to be with the Lord Saturday November 28 2015. She was of the Christian Faith. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family and loved ones and always had a positive impact on every life she touched. She enjoyed being “Nanny” to her four grandchildren who loved her dearly...
Wilma Jo Wilson
Nov 28, 2015
Wilma Jo Wilson, age 81, of Knoxville has been called back by the Lord on November 28, 2015. She was a long time member of Crossroads Presbyterian Church. She helped establish and run the Halls Welfare Ministries and was involved in many charitable outreach efforts. Preceded in death by her husband Wayne Wilson. Survived by two sons, Steve Wilson and...
