Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Larry Ray Kitts
Aug 12, 2025
Larry Ray Kitts age 65 of Knoxville, passed away suddenly Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at Fort Sander's Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Son Light Baptist Church, owner and operator of L. R. Kitts & Sons, and a graduate of Halls High School. Preceded in death by his parents; Nellie Sue and Bill Ray Kitts, and son, Daniel...
Samuel Lewis Tackett
Aug 12, 2025
Samuel Lewis Tackett, age 71, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Stinking Creek, Tennessee, died peacefully Tuesday, August 12, 2025, with his family by his side. Sam was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Lassie Tackett; brothers, James and John Tackett; sister, Phyllis Duncan and great grandson, Eli Ayers. Sam is survived by his beloved wife, Deborah Sue Tackett;...
Wesley Adam Hatmaker
Aug 11, 2025
Wesley Adam Hatmaker, age 39, of Rocky Top, Tennessee, died suddenly Monday, August 11, 2025. He served his country as a United States Army Veteran, serving during the Afghanistan War where he was awarded numerous medals. Wesley was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Marlene Leffew and his paternal grandmother, Wanda Aleen Hatmaker. He is survived by his children,...
Betty Ann Barker
Aug 10, 2025
Betty Cummings Barker, age 93, of Knoxville, TN, went home to live with Jesus on Sunday, August 10, 2025. A longtime member of Beaumont Baptist Church, Betty was a woman of faith, kindness and had a deep love for her family, friends and neighbors.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 76 years, Jack Barker; her parents, Phillip...
Angela Marie Ellis
Aug 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angela Marie Ellis, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, who left us peacefully to join her loved ones in heaven. Angela was preceded in death by her mother, Diane Scott; her father, Robert Scott; her grandmother, Francis Adams; and her nephew, Sammy Scott.Angela's life was marked by her...
Barbara Lakin Wolfenbarger
Aug 10, 2025
Barbara Lakin Wolfenbarger, age 75, of Knoxville, Tennessee, won her battle with cancer and went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 10, 2025. She retired from AT&T after thirty-three years of service. She was a long-time member of Christ United Methodist where she enjoyed her Adult Bible Study class. She also enjoyed her neighborhood Devotional Group. Barbara met...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Buck
Aug 9, 2025
Jacqueline “Jackie” Buck, age 70 of Corryton, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025. She was a professional roller skater when she was younger. She was a devoted wife and stay at home mother, and a faithful church member at Crossroads Baptist Church. Jackie was a loving mother and friend to many. Preceded in death by husband, Arvil Buck and mother...
Buddy Jake Duncan
Aug 9, 2025
Buddy Jake Duncan age 89 of Corryton, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 9, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Buddy was born on September 18, 1935 to Marie and Jake Duncan of Anderson County, TN. Buddy lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for those around him. He proudly served his country in the United...
Rhonda Jane Lane
Aug 9, 2025
Rhonda Jane Lane, age 70, of Rutledge, was born on May 1, 1955 in Gainsville, GA. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, Granny, and Great-Granny. She was a spitfire who was loving and outgoing. Rhonda loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and would give Him her praises and always look to Him for guidance no matter...
Terry Dale Pate
Aug 9, 2025
Terry Dale Pate, age 63, of Heiskell, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025.
Terry was a loving husband, father, and friend whose greatest joy came from being with his family. He had a lifelong passion for eagles, the freedom of the open road on his motorcycle, and the simple pleasures of life. Strong-willed and determined, or as his family...
Richard Walter Barraza
Aug 7, 2025
Richard Walter Barraza, age 81, of Knoxville, formerly of San Francisco, CA, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, at his home in Knoxville, TN.
Richard was an avid bowler and fisherman. He was a lifelong 49ers football fan but still cheered for the TN Vols. Richard was a quiet man who lived for his family. He was a great provider, good...
James Lynn Nipper, Jr
Aug 7, 2025
James Lynn Nipper, Jr., affectionately known as Shorty, age 77, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Jim retired from Liberty National as an insurance agent. He was a member of Bashart Baptist Church for the past few years. He enjoyed time at his camper, fishing, and tinkering in his garage. But most of all, he loved spending time with...
Davida Deziree Henderson
Aug 6, 2025
Davida Henderson, age 47, of Maynardville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
She is preceded in death by father, Dave Heath and mother, Vivian Heath.
She is survived by children, Lucas Henderson and Brody Henderson; stepmother, Tammy Heath; sisters, April Smith and Tiffany Castro; nieces, Makayla Davis and Ariel Smith; and nephew, Easton Smith.
The family would like to extend their...
Roxie Jane Phipps
Aug 5, 2025
Roxie Jane Phipps ("Janie) of Rocky Top, Tennessee, passed away suddenly and peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center secondary to complications of metastatic cancer. Born on September 27, 1959, Janie found joy in the simple things including time with her family, traveling, a good cup of coffee, and sitting in the floor playing...
Bryan Scott Payne
Aug 5, 2025
Bryan Scott Payne age 51, of Knoxville, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at UT Medical Center. He was born July 9, 1974, to mother, Linda Payne Gaddis and late father, Lynn Valden Payne. Bryan was also preceded in death by his stepfather, Jimmy Gaddis, maternal grandmother, Edna Brown, and paternal grandmother, Irene Payne.
He is survived by his two very...
Robert Deaver McNeil
Aug 5, 2025
Robert “Bob” Deaver McNeil, age 82 of Corryton, passed away on August 5, 2025. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Bob retired from New Covenant Fellowship Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, who loved the Lord with all his heart and spent his life serving Him. His greatest desire was for anyone he knew or...
Willow Dawn Lee Gilliam
Aug 4, 2025
Willow Dawn Lee Gilliam, born August 4, 2025, and passed away August 4, 2025. Willow is deeply loved and survived by her parents; Mikayla Turner and Zachery Gilliam, her nana; Peggy Elliott; and several aunts, uncles, and extended family.
Bill White Dean
Aug 4, 2025
Early Monday morning August 4, 2025, Pastor Bill White Dean, age 89, of Knoxville, passed away.
Bill was born on December 17, 1935, in Rose Hill, VA, to the late Edgar and Thelma Dean. He served his country in the United States Army. Following his service to our country, Bill worked for over 20 years as a machinist at Martin Marietta....
Calvin A. Proffitt III
Aug 3, 2025
Calvin A. Proffitt III, age 75 of Knoxville, passed away August 3, 2025. He was a veteran of the Navy, serving in Search and Rescue from 1968-1972. Calvin worked in finance for much of his life, at one point becoming the CEO of a Fortune 500 company. He was a private person with a generous and loving heart. He loved...
Rickie Allen Hyder
Aug 3, 2025
Rickie Allen Hyder, age 68, of Knoxville, went to be with Jesus on August 3, 2025, surrounded by many loving family members and friends. He was a member of the West View Community Church and a faithful servant in the children’s ministry. His heart’s desire was to teach children and youth about Jesus.
Rick graduated from Rule High School in 1975...
