Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Mary Elizabeth Turner
Nov 10, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Turner, age 98, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025, after a long battle with dementia.
Mary was born on January 20, 1927, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Clifford and Grace Smith. She grew up in Knoxville and developed a lifelong love of music at an early age. In her younger years, she performed live on...
Kimberly Diane Cole
Nov 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kimberly Diane Cole, aged 52, of Leesburg, FL, who left this world on November 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born in Knoxville, TN, to Jackie Cole and Addie Calhoun, Kim was a vibrant spirit whose life was marked by love, laughter, and a...
Cody Cheyenne Collins
Nov 8, 2025
Cody Cheyenne Collins, 32, of Halls, TN passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Collins; mom, Lisa Pratt (Eric); dad, Willie Collins; grandparents, David and Judy Raley; brothers, Ben Collins (Tiffany) and Colton Pratt; uncle, Rodney Raley (Kristi); cousins, Luke Raley (Stevie), Cooper Raley, Ryan Smith, Abby Smith and Karis Smith and many close...
David Edward Dunn
Nov 8, 2025
David Edward Dunn age 88, of Knoxville, TN., passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025. David was the owner of Dunn Dairy Equipment, established in 1974. David was also a veteran of the U.S Marine Reserves.
David was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Shelma Jean Dunn, parents, Dave and Rose Dunn, infant brother, Johnny Dunn, grandparents:...
Diana Nicely Fox Daniels "Ninee"
Nov 8, 2025
Diana Nicely Fox Daniels “Ninee”, March 16, 1948, - November 8, 2025. Diana Nicely Fox Daniels, known by all who loved her as Ninee, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, November 8th, 2025. Diana was saved as a young girl at Washburn Baptist Church. Diana is preceded in death by parents, John V, and Mary Ruth Nicely; husbands, Jerry...
Adeline Moncada
Nov 7, 2025
En Memoria de Adeline Moncada
Nuestro pequeño Angel
Hoy un Angel, especial en el cielo,
que es parte de mi, no esta donde yo te queria.
Si no donde Dios queria que estuviera.
Estuvo aqui pero solo por un momento,
Como una estrella fugaz en la noche.
Te recordaremos por siempre mi pequeño Angel,
Mi Bebe Estrella.
La familia va recibir amigos y familia el miercoles, 26 de Noviembre...
Samuel Tilmon Miller
Nov 7, 2025
Samuel Tilmon Miller, age 46, of Mascot, TN received his wings due to medical complications. His sunrise was January 29, 1979, and his sunset was November 7, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence E. Miller Sr. and sister, Loretta Lynn Shipley Miller. He is survived by his mother, Judy Miller; brother, Clarence E. Miller Jr. (Vickie);...
David "Dave" Clarence Morgan
Nov 7, 2025
David "Dave" Clarence Morgan age 61, of Fountain City graduated up to Heaven Friday, November 7, 2025 at Ft Sanders Regional Medical Center. Dave retired as a web creator from ORNL on September 5, 2025. He was an accomplished pianist and he played at various local churches, he was currently the pianist and a member of Smithwood Baptist Church. Dave...
Kimberly Ann Russell Gideon
Nov 7, 2025
Kimberly Russell Gideon, age 59, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord, Friday, November 7, 2025. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joyce and David Russell; brothers, Michael, Jimmy, and John Russell; sister, Tracy Russell; Great grandson, Emmett Hansard; and nephew, David Lowery. She is survived by her...
Troy Garrison Cunningham
Nov 6, 2025
Troy Garrison Cunninham, age 33, passed away November 6, 2025. He was a beloved son of Gary W. Cunningham and Samantha Baird Cunningham. Troy was the twin brother of Gary “Thomas” Cunningham (Kasey Petty) and a proud big brother of Michaela S. Cunningham (Dylan Harris). Troy was the life of the party and had a heart as big as his...
Eric Matthew Shaffer
Nov 6, 2025
Eric M. Shaffer is 44 years old and was taken by the lord too soon. How about some fun facts about Eric. He was born on March 16,1981 in Buffalo, New York. He is the first-born child of Susan Shaffer. His mother moved them to Tennessee in 1995 where their roots were planted. 5 years later in 2000 he met...
Lois Ann Welch
Nov 6, 2025
Lois Ann Welch, 82, of Knoxville, TN passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025. Born January 11, 1943 in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Pearl & Marian (Neibaur) Hunkerford. In addition to her parents, Lois is preceded in death by her sisters, Reva Fulton, Guyla Prince, Jerry Hunkerford and her brother, Gary Hunkerford. Lois was preceded in...
Gavin Edward Wyatt, Jr.
Nov 6, 2025
Gavin Edward Wyatt, age 67, of Corryton- formerly of Henderson County TN, went to be with the lord on November 6, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, and papaw. He loved his church- New Beverly Baptist and his church family. He was involved in many activities, but most of all his favorite thing to do was serving his lord...
Rev. Kenneth Lyle Sherfick, Jr.
Nov 6, 2025
Reverend Kenneth Lyle Sherfick, Jr. age 89 of North Knoxville, died Thursday, November 6, 2025 at his home in Knoxville. He was born March 8, 1936, in Washington, Indiana, to Kenneth L. Sherfick and Edith Mae McCracken. He was married to Kathleen Ann Sherfick. After high school, he service in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict era....
Harry Steven George
Nov 5, 2025
Harry Steven George age 80, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He was a faithful member of Salem Baptist Church. Harry was a graduate of Halls High School Class of 1963. He went on to serve his country in the Air National Guard and retired after 20+ years.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and...
Charlie Ann O'Dell
Nov 4, 2025
Charlie Ann O'Dell, a beloved member of the Knoxville community, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 88.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald O'Dell.
Charlie is remembered fondly by her good friend, BJ Murrian. In addition to her dear friend, she was surrounded by a caring community of friends and caregivers at NHC Fort Sanders,...
Betty Lou Miller
Nov 4, 2025
Bettie Lou Miller, age 84, of Knoxville, TN (formerly of Mississippi) passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025. She was a hard worker and enjoyed gardening. She was preceded in death by husband, Jim Miller, parents, Lewis and Mae Tharp, daughters, Rachel Berryhill and Janice Berryhill. Survived by daughters, Cynthia (Alan) Bruhin and Judy (Hal) Fowler, son, James David (Elizabeth) Berryhill,...
Rosalee Elliott
Nov 4, 2025
Rosalee Elliott age 77, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. She was of the Baptist faith. She was born on October 27, 1948 in Big Stone Gap, VA., to the late Logan and Luvenia Seymore. In addition to her parents, Rosalee was also preceded in death...
Linda Jane Ellis
Nov 3, 2025
Linda J. Ellis age 82 of Maynardville, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. Linda was a member of Clear Springs Baptist Church, Corryton. Linda enjoyed watching the University of Tennessee football games and loved spending winters in Florida. Preceded in death by parents, Roy and Kathleen Cox; sister, Billie Cox. Survivors; husband of...
Thomas Harvey Walker
Nov 3, 2025
Thomas H. Walker, 87 years old, of Maynardville, TN passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.
After serving in the military as a sergeant of the MP’s, Tommy worked in the family-owned business, Mynatt’s Furniture, for 52 years. One of the best choices Tommy every made was praying for and finding Jewel Mynatt Walker, his...
