Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Mildred Juanita Weaver
Apr 6, 2015
Mildred Yoder Weaver, Knoxville, TN age 85, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 6, 2015, surrounded with loving family and friends. Mildred worked with the University of Tennessee Student Health Center for over 25 years. She loved camping, fishing, hiking, trips to Cherokee, NC, embraced and loved life and family. Mildred always had a smile on her...
Sherry Lynn Massengale
Apr 6, 2015
Sherry Lynn McCurry Massengale, age 48, went home to be with the Lord April 6, 2015. She was a member of Texas Valley Baptist Church since she was a child. Preceded in death by grandparents, Fenton and Edith Henegar, Maude and Earl McCurry; special cousin, Tony Henegar. Survived by husband, Dr. Lendell Massengale; children, Christian Dakota Tindell, Christopher Dalton Tindell;...
April D. Sledd
Apr 6, 2015
April D. Sledd passed away April 6, 2015 of a brain aneurysm at UT Hospital. Proceeded in death by James Arp, David, Louise Plemons & John Plemons. Survived by Son Colby Wayne, Mother Tena Emery & husband David, Jimmy Lowery, Sisters Terena Sowards Williams & husband Robert. Kayla Howard & husband Rob, Brother Michael Hodge and wife Erica. Nephews and...
Teresa Gail (Mynatt) Rose
Apr 6, 2015
Teresa Gail (Mynatt) Rose-age 66, of Knoxville passed away early Monday morning, April 6th, 2015 surrounded by her family. She graduated from Central High School and attended Austin Peay University. She had a love for the outdoors, but would forgo any activities to be with her grandchildren watching movies or attending their sporting and school events or extra-curricular activities. She...
William "Hubert" Anderson
Apr 5, 2015
Rev. William "Hubert" Anderson, age 100, of Corryton went to be with the Lord Easter Morning, April 5, 2015. Born January 5, 1915 in Loyston, TN. Ordained Baptist Minister for over 50 years, former Pastor of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, member of Clear Spring Baptist Church, and attended Texas Valley Baptist Church for the last few years. He was a...
Betty Ousley Williams
Apr 5, 2015
Betty Ousley Williams, went to Heaven at sunrise Easter morning, April 5, 2015, ending her battle with ALS. Charter member of Christ United Methodist Church. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She served as a substitute teacher at Halls Middle School for over 30 years. Preceded in death by parents, Roy G. and Dottie Davis Ousley;...
Donald Lynn Chudley
Apr 5, 2015
Donald Lynn Chudley, age 65 of Knoxville passed away April 5, 2015. He loved working at Gabby’s Alternator Shop and Moon’s Wrecking Service. In his free time his favorite hobby was finding old used items and restoring them. Preceded in death by mother Bessie Connaster Chudley Franklin; father Leon Chudley Sr; brothers Tommy, Ray, Leeroy, and Tony; sisters Mary Elizabeth,...
Sarah Ruth Hiefner
Apr 4, 2015
Arrangements under the direction of Mynatt Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
Gabrielle Denise Hansard
Apr 3, 2015
Gabrielle Denise Hansard, age 59, of Powell passed away April 3, 2015. She was a God fearing woman. She was saved and baptized and is now in heaven. Loving mother, hard worker and she was as good as they come and a wonderful person. Preceded in death by father, William Hansard, mother, Elizabeth Hansard and brother Michael Hansard. Survivors, husband...
"Mickey" Claude Michael Franklin
Apr 2, 2015
“Mickey” Claude Michael Franklin, age 65 of Knoxville, transitioned to Heaven April 2, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A follower of Christ, avid marksman, and a 5th degree black belt in Ishinryu karate. He enjoyed Andy’s Junction with his wife and friends and enjoyed riding motorcycles. Veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the United States...
Edith Belle Spitzer
Apr 2, 2015
Edith Belle Spitzer, age 101, of Knoxville passed away April 2, 2015. She was retired from St. Mary’s Cafeteria. She was preceded in death by husband, Doug Spitzer; children, Mary Evelyn and Alice Ann; parents, William & Lucinda Price; and 7 brothers and sisters. She is survived by special grandchildren, Wally, Marie, Cindy, and Charlene and 3 other grandchildren in...
Ersie Fay Mcmillan
Apr 2, 2015
Ersie Fay McMillan, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 2, 2015, surrounded by loved ones. She was a member of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church and cherished her church family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn F. McMillan; parents, Murphy & Sarada Newton; brother, JR Newton; and a sister, Gwendolyn Adams. She is...
Barbara "Bobbie" Knott
Mar 31, 2015
Barbara (Bobbie) Knott- age 82, of Corryton, passed away on March 31, 2015. She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Preceded in death by husband Ronald B. Knott; parents Julian and Helen Howard. She is survived by son John Knott and wife Jennifer; daughters Teresa Neely and husband David and Barbara Hendrix and husband Mike; grandchildren River Nicole...
Michael Franklin Coker
Mar 31, 2015
Michael Franklin Coker passed away March 31, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Bill Coker and Betty Brown. Survivors: daughter, Amber Coker. Brothers, Sam Coker & Chris Davis. Aunt, Bennie VanVuren and several cousins. Funeral service 11am Saturday, Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel.
Dominick John Cocca
Mar 30, 2015
Dominick John Cocca Sr., age 85 of Knoxville, passed away March 30, 2015. He was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and received a Major in Clarinet from the Cleveland Institute of Music. He retired from TVA after 27 years and had a life long career in teaching music. He...
Thelma "Ted" Leila Reedy
Mar 29, 2015
Thelma “Ted” Leila Friar Reedy passed away March 29, 2015 surrounded by her beloved family. She was retired from ORNL after 25 years of service. Once she became a grandmother, she became known as “Mimi” to family and most who knew her. Ted enjoyed many hobbies including writing short stories, painting, gardening, singing, and playing the piano. She was preceded...
Glenda (Poochie) Bedwell
Mar 27, 2015
Glenda (Poochie) Bedwell, age 68, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, March 27, 2015 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was a long time member of Lonsdale United Methodist Church. Poochie will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was known for her caring and giving heart. She enjoyed caring and doing for her family and...
Ralph "Tommy" Everette
Mar 26, 2015
Tommy Everette, age 66, passed away March 26, 2015. He was a member of Clapp’s Chapel United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph & Arilla Everette; and a sister, Betty Fox. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Everette; daughter, Kristi Everette; son and daughter-in-law, Bryan & Margaret Everette; grandchildren, Ben & Makenna Everette; sister...
Patricia "Darlene" Turner
Mar 26, 2015
Patricia “Darlene” Turner, age 52, went home to be with the Lord March 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by parents Carl and Naomi Irwin. Survivors include husband Charles Turner, daughters Becky Turner and Angela Turner Flanary, granddaughter Lucabella “Lucy” McCurry, siblings Clay, Don, And Rex Irwin, and Rita Graham, as well as several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and...
Harold Burch Ellison
Mar 26, 2015
Harold Burch Ellison, Sr., age 60, passed away March 26, 2015. He was Veteran of the United States Army and retired from the Postal Service. He was a great brother, loving father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his brother, James Herbert Ellison Jr., and his son, David Joseph Ellison. He is survived by his son, Harold Ellison...
