Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Ina Mae Robinson
Apr 6, 2024
In loving memory of Ina Mae Robinson, born September 4, 1938 - April 6, 2024. Ina was an active member of John Sevier Baptist Church. She enjoyed singing in the choir, reading a good book, spending quality time with her family, and she never turned down a trip to the ice cream shop. Preceded in death by her parents Bessie...
David "Doc" Junior Rosenbalm
Apr 6, 2024
David “Doc” Junior Rosenbalm, age 71 of Knoxville formally Tazewell, TN went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2024. He was devoted member of Fairview Free Will Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by mother, Maggie Rosenbalm; brother, Bill Rosenbalm.
Survived by wife of 34 years, Nancy Rosenbalm; daughters, Terri Rosenbalm and Kari (Russell) Lewis; granddaughter, Ruby Lewis; special friend...
George Franklin Horner
Apr 6, 2024
George Franklin Horner, a loving husband, devoted father, proud Marine Veteran, and cherished family member, passed away on April 6, 2024, in Knoxville, TN. He was born on March 30, 1939. Throughout his life, George exemplified courage, kindness, and strength in everything he did.During his time in the military, George served as a Marine Veteran with honor and distinction. His...
Dennis "Dennie" Keith Hackett
Apr 5, 2024
Dennis Keith Hackett “Dennie”, age 72, of Heiskell, TN, died peacefully Friday morning April 5, 2024 at University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN. He was born October 16, 1951 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Merrill and Edith Hackett.
He was a 1970 graduate of Carroll High School in Fort Wayne where he played football and was in the...
Lisa Jo Ailor
Apr 4, 2024
Lisa Jo Ailor, age 64 of Knoxville, gained her wings on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Preceded in death by; mother, Vivian West; father, David West and sister Robin.Survived by daughters; Rebekah Ailor and Lindsay Ailor; sister, Pam ( Donnie) Carmen; Grandchildren; Rhianna, Jayla, Braylan, Travis, Andrew, Addie, Jackson and Sariyah. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com
Dimple Thompson
Apr 4, 2024
In loving memory of Dimple Jones Thompson, born on April 19, 1934, in Knoxville, TN, peacefully passed away on April 4, 2024. Dimple was cherished by all who knew her, embodying a true servant's heart and a deep love for helping others. She dedicated many years of her life to serving her community, by driving a school bus for Knox...
Emrhys "Bill" Bishop
Apr 4, 2024
Emrhys William Bishop (Bill, Dad, Grampy) passed away peacefully in rest on April 4th , 2024.Born in Dilton Marsh, Wiltshire, England on June 18 th , 1932 to Roland and Alice Bishop, he wasone of ten Bishop siblings. He served in the Royal Army during the Korean War, was a memberof the White Helmets Motorcycle Display Team, and was the...
Melissa M. Smith
Apr 3, 2024
Melissa McCoig Smith (Missy) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. She was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church. Missy was a devoted wife and mother and lover of all things crafty.Preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Wilma McCoig. Survived by her husband, Jeff, of 25 years; children – Annie, Allena, and Joe; brothers, Brian (Linda) McCoig...
Melvin Gene (Geno) Ivey
Apr 3, 2024
Melvin Gene (Geno) Ivey, (1932 - 2024), 92 years old, of Knoxville, TN, died peacefully in his sleep on April 3, 2024. He was born in New Castle, Indiana, to parents Melvin and Maud Ivey. He was a storyteller and always enjoyed sharing his many stories of playing basketball in Indiana and all of the adventures he had with his...
William "Eric" Pierce
Apr 2, 2024
William “Eric” Pierce age 33, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was a graduate of Halls High School Class of 2008. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bill Pierce, Sr. Eric is survived by his mother, Valarie and stepfather, Steve Bailey, father, Bill Pierce, Jr. and stepmother, Michelle, sister, Morgan Childers and brother-in-law, Tyler,...
Aileen Hall
Apr 1, 2024
Aileen "Shorty" Hall, age 90, of Knoxville passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Aileen was an active member of Northwest Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years John C. Hall; parents, Hubert and Myrtle Moore; son John E. Hall; and sister in Christ, Elwanda Dalton.
Survived by, sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy,...
Tracy Leo Joy
Apr 1, 2024
Tracy L. Joy, age 81, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024. He was a member of the Catholic Faith.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Becky Joy, and parents, Thomas and Patricia Joy. He is survived by his sons, Patrick Joy and Larry (Vanessa) Joy; grandchildren, Tyler, Brittany and Cameron Joy; brothers, Thomas (Barbara) Joy,...
Juanita Mae Bright
Mar 31, 2024
Our mother Juanita White Bright age 82 of South Knoxville went home with God on Easter Sunday March 31, 2024.
Proceeded in death by our father Fred Bright, daughter Tammy Jordan, grandson Micheal Chudley, her parents James and Lillie Mae White, sisters Mary Miller, Evelyn Abbott, Martha Thornhill, and brother Jim White.
Her children will miss and grieve her forever, Daughters, Debbie...
Charles Wayne Stinnett
Mar 31, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles Wayne Stinnett age 59 of Knoxville, TN. Charles graduated from Rule High School and was a very proud Golden Bear. Charles was called home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 22 years, Pam...
Karol Allred
Mar 30, 2024
Karol Allred "Ozhaawashko-Bineshiinh" June 12th 1972 - March 30th 2024 With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Karol Allred, also known as "Ozhaawashko-Bineshiinh" (Bluebird), a cherished member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe, who peacefully passed away on March 30th, 2024, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Karol was preceded in death by her beloved significant other, Charles...
Timothy Michael Arnold
Mar 30, 2024
Timothy “Gnarly Gnome” Arnold, age 40, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was an outdoorsman, just loved nature, camping, hiking, woodworking, and gardening. He most of all loved helping his friends.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles & Susie West. He is survived by his parents, Mike & Fay Arnold; siblings, Christy, Justin, and Christopher (LeAnn);...
Johnny Franklin Haynes
Mar 30, 2024
Johnny Franklin Haynes of Knoxville, age 72, passed away on Saturday March 30, 2024. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was preceded in death by parents, Jack and Margaret Haynes, and sisters; Jackie Bradley, Geraldine Radcliff and Shirley Brooks. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Haynes, daughters; Jennifer Haynes and Lori Price...
Wayne Rudolph Lockett
Mar 30, 2024
Wayne Rudolph Lockett, age 88, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was a Marine for 5 years, a life time member of the NRA, an avid hunter and fisherman, loved caring for his cattle and farms. Wayne was an active member of the Knoxville Baptist Tabernacle. He was the longest active...
Willie Terrence Miller, Jr
Mar 29, 2024
Willie Terrance Miller, Jr, age 60, passed away in Knoxville, Tennessee on Friday, March 29, 2024. “Little Willie,” as he was affectionately called by his family, grew up in a loving home in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his father Willie Terrance Miller, Sr. and his mother Jeannie J. Miller. Willie attended Charlotte-Mecklenburg public schools and graduated from West Charlotte High...
Joyce Ann Heist
Mar 29, 2024
Joyce Ann Heist age 84 of Knoxville, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024 at Ben Atchley State Veterans Home. Joyce enhanced many lives through dance (line dancing and clogging) for 30 plus years (Tennessee Style Cloggers) at Christenberry Community Center and line dancing at Cotton Eyed Joe's. Joyce performed her dancing at places that included Dollywood, TVA & I Fair...
