Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Steven Michael Grant
Jan 19, 2024
Steven “Michael” Grant, age 47 of Knoxville, passed from this life on Friday, January 19, 2024. He will be sadly missed by many and will always hold a special place in our hearts. “Michael” enjoyed fishing, coaching baseball, and cracking jokes. He is preceded in death by his parents Tommie and Joe Grant. He is survived by Daughter, Maddison Lange;...
Karen Fitchpatrick
Jan 19, 2024
Karen Fitchpatrick, age 78 of Knoxville, passed away on January 19, 2024. Karen lit up the room with her infectious smile and positive personality. She was a long time member of the Unitarian Church. She had a heart for Spanish Speaking people and spent a year living in Argentina as well as making frequent trips to Mexico. She worked in...
Carolyn Joyce (Lewis) Davis
Jan 19, 2024
Carolyn “Joyce” (Lewis) Davis, age 79, formerly of the Pedigo and Heiskell, TN communities, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 19, 2024.
She was a retired cafeteria manager for Knox County Schools food service for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchild. Also, she enjoyed crafting, cooking and watching Tennessee football and...
Dorothy Louise Manning
Jan 19, 2024
Dorothy Louise Manning, age 84, of Delhi, Louisiana, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 19, 2024. She loved the Lord, reading the Bible, preaching the gospel, and especially loved her dog, Merribelle.
Preceded in death by parents, Isaac and Marion Manning; grandson, Horace Edward Pickett VI; son-in-law, Rex Edwards.
Survived by children, Kay Edwards, Eddie Pickett (Brenda), Donna Freeland...
Carolyn Diane Prozzo
Jan 18, 2024
Carolyn Dianne Prozzo “Nanny” “Dolly” age 64 of Corryton TN went to be with the Lord Thursday January 18,2024. Preceeded in death by her husband John Prozzo, mom; Georgia Peskopos, sister; Glenda Griffin, brother; Micheal Starnes. Survived by her dad; Martin and Mildred Starnes, brothers; Ray and Randall Starnes, sisters; Tina Motes and Mellisa Sharleen Calvert, her children; Michelle and...
Bobby Ray Thurman
Jan 17, 2024
Bobby “Ray” Thurman age 58, of Las Vegas, formerly of Blaine, TN., passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. He was a member of Oakland Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Bobby Eugene “Carlos” Thurman, mother, Wilma Florence (Moore) Thurman, and sister, Melissa Lou McDaniel. He is survived by his wife, Niva Thurman, stepchildren: Debra Ellis...
Rosemerrie "Rosie" Ann Moore
Jan 17, 2024
Rosemerrie “Rosie” Ann Moore, age 91 of Lancaster, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
Rosie was well known and respected in the community. She had many hobbies and talents that included writing for the local paper, selling Avon, bowling in a league, and playing bingo at the local senior center. She was also an author...
Dave Arthur Ballew
Jan 17, 2024
Dave Arthur Ballew, born in 1956, left this world on January 17, 2024, from a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, adventure, and love. A fun-loving and free spirit, Dave embraced life on the wild side with a zest that defined him throughout his journey.
Dave, a proud Vietnam era veteran, served his country honorably, embodying the...
Leonard Lee Baker, Sr.
Jan 16, 2024
Leonard Lee Baker, Sr., aged 93, of Knoxville passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. He was sweet and kind to everyone he met. He will be missed. He is preceded in death by his daughter Shirley Swann and son Leonard Lee Baker, Jr. Leonard is survived by his daughter and caregiver Linda Roper; grandsons Scottie Baker, Bryan Baker and...
Mark Darryl Wright
Jan 16, 2024
With great sadness, we regretfully inform Mark’s friends and loved ones that on January 16th, around 9:30PM, he left this world behind for the kingdom of heaven. His passing was sudden and painless. Everyone knows Mark Wright had one of the biggest hearts a man could possibly have. He is survived by his wife Linda Wright, his children and grandchildren : Cindy Wright and David Williams; Christina Willis,...
Zelphi Lynn "Peachie" (Joiner) Wilson
Jan 16, 2024
Zelphi Lynn “Peachie” (Joiner) Wilson, 72 of Knoxville, was called home on Tuesday, January 17, 2024. She loved animals and kids. She was a devout lover of Jesus and loved her parents. Preceeded in death: parents, Donald and Joyce Joiner; sister, Brenda Teco, and Donna Stoyas. Survived by, husband Billy Wilson, children Donald Wilson, Laura Matthews, siblings, Patrick Joiner, Mark...
Steve Edward Longmire
Jan 16, 2024
Steve Edward Longmire, age 67 of Halls, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. He retired from Knoxville Seed and was currently an employee of Halls Flower Shop. Steve loved his grandbabies. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, loved talking to people, and never met a stranger. Preceded in death by daughter, Kimberly McNutt, parents Barbara and Ralph Longmire, sister Cheryl...
Rebecca "Janie" (Caughorn) Ward
Jan 15, 2024
Rebecca (Janie) Caughorn Ward, age 64 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 15, 2024.
Preceded in death by her mother and father, Gladys and Roy Caughorn; brothers, Alvin (Linda), Charles, Robert (Carla) Caughorn; and sister, Shirley Norton.
Janie is survived by her brother, Clarence Caughorn; sisters, Patricia (Carl) Riddle, Jackie (Steve) Johnson, and Brenda Delaney; as...
Charles Lee Hammond
Jan 15, 2024
Charles Lee Hammond, age 61, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024.
He is preceded in death by father, Edward Hammond; daughter, Rebecca Hayes; granddaughter, Andi Mincey; brother, Kenny Hammond.
He is survived by wife, Martha Hammond; children, Charles Hammond, Jr., Lacey Hammond, Amanda Hammond; grandchildren, Isabella Hammond, Anastasia Lovell, Tara Lovell, Katie Hayes, Charles Hayes, Jordan King, Elijah Lay...
Judy Whitaker
Jan 15, 2024
Judy F Whitaker, 78, Completed her heavenly journey on January 15, 2024. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She was a long-time employee of The University of Tennessee where she spent most of her career and was an avid Tennessee fan! She was a proud grandmother, great-grandmother and loved her family deeply. She is proceeded in death...
Dora Mae King
Jan 14, 2024
In loving memory of Dora Mae King, age 83, went to be with the Lord on January 14, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Homer & Blanch Gross; 9 brothers & sisters; son, Tommy King; grandsons, Edwin & Joey Quinones. She is survived by daughters, Karen & Michael Lane, Brenda Quinones and Cathy Johnson; son, Homer King;...
Ricky Eugene Abner
Jan 14, 2024
Ricky Eugene Abner, age 63, of Knoxville, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at UT Medical Center surrounded by his family.
Ricky was known for always spreading the word of God to whoever he met. He loved his family dearly and always wanted them to know. He loved to laugh and have a good time,...
Evelyn Brewer
Jan 13, 2024
Evelyn Brewer, age 81, of Knoxville Tennessee passed away on Saturday January 13th, 2024. She was a graduate of the University of Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Brewer, brother-in-law Henry Vananda, her sisters Judy Vananda and Helen Cruz. She is survived by her son, Eric Long, daughter-in-law Tabitha, her brother Roger Johnson, nieces Judy Badali...
Joyce Fay Brooks
Jan 13, 2024
Joyce Fay Ricker Brooks age 54 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 13, 2024. She was a member of Washington Pike Church. Preceded in death by father, Jr. Ricker; brother, Dennis Ricker. Survivors; husband, David Brooks, Sr.; daughter, Alexis and son-in-law, Trevor Ferguson; son, David Brooks, Jr. and wife, Peyton; grandson, Neyland Brooks; mother, Barbara Ricker;...
Doris "Jean" Easterday
Jan 13, 2024
Doris "Jean" Easterday age 90 North Knoxville, went to see her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 13, 2024. She was a member of Oakwood Baptist Church, the Homemakers Sunday School Class and retired from St. Mary's Medical Center. Preceded in death by the loving husband of 59 years, Frank H. Easterday; parents, Ivan and Edith Wilson; and brother, Ivan...
