Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Joseph D. York
Feb 13, 2024
Joseph D. York, age 71, of Powell, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Joseph liked to fish, motorcycle races, horseback riding and baseball.
He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Pearl York; siblings A.C. York, Mary Pettiford and Billy York. Joseph is survived by his siblings, Cecil (Jean) York, Jean (Bill) Johnson and Cookie (Buddy) Haun.
Visitation will...
Dustin "Shane" Sealy
Feb 12, 2024
Dustin "Shane" Sealy age 33, of Knoxville passed away suddenly Monday, February 12, 2023. Shane liked boxing and RAP music. Preceded in death by mother, Melissa Sealy and father, Johnny King. Survivors; daughter, Missy Welch; siblings, Jonya Coffey, Bubby King and Jessica King; uncle, Michael Freeman; friend, Tasha Welch; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Private services were held for...
Samuel Leon Maddox
Feb 12, 2024
Samuel(Sam) Leon Maddox age 74 of Knoxville passed peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, February 12th, one day shy of his birthday. An automotive master mechanic by trade, Sam retired from TDOT as a HELP truck operator assisting many in need for many years. He worked at UPS and KUB both as a mechanic, and was a...
Devin Randall Kilgore
Feb 10, 2024
Devin R. Kilgore, age 27, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away unexpectantly Saturday, February 10, 2024. Devin had a passion for baseball, music, writing, fashion and family. He was preceded in death by his father, Kirby R. Kilgore, papaw, Kenneth Robertson and sister, Casey Adams. He is survived by his mother, Deborah Robertson Adams, brother, Ryan Adams, sister, Haley Adams, Mamaw,...
Walden "Wally" Terence Crandell
Feb 10, 2024
Walden "Wally" Crandell age 85 of Karns, formerly of Morristown, TN went to be with his Lord Saturday, February 10, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Wally was born to the late Alice and Terence Crandell in Parke County, Indiana. He was a member of Cedar Bluff Baptist Church and he loved his church where he participated in...
Steve Allen Barnwell
Feb 10, 2024
Steve Allen Barnwell, age 62 of Darlington SC, current resident of Corryton, TN passed away ...... with his devoted wife by his side who cared for him for the past year and half, 24/7, while he fought, till the very end, a courageous battle with cancer. Steve was born Oct. 16, 1961 to James and Patricia Barnwell in Orlando FL....
Marjorie "Tink" Taylor
Feb 9, 2024
Marjorie "Tink" Taylor age 53 of Knoxville passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024.
Preceded in death by Father Don Hardy; Brother, Bobby Hardy; Grandmother, Elizabeth Mae Summers; and Grandfather, James Taylor.
Survived by husband, Frank Taylor; Daughters, Miranda Taylor and Haylee Taylor; Mother, Elizabeth Diane Ellis; Siblings, Elizabeth Hope Rose, Don Leroy Hardy II, Michelle Montgomery,and Don Leroy Hardy III.
Family will...
Rick V. Ellison
Feb 8, 2024
Rick V. Ellison went to be with his heavenly family and his Lord on February 8, 2024. He passed peacefully at UT Hospital with his sister Kim Ashley by his side.
Rick was loved and admired by so many including those that he worked with at St Mary's Hospital for over 35 years.He then went to UT Hospital where his 12...
Jimmie Cole Patterson
Feb 8, 2024
Jimmie Cole Patterson, age 79, passed away peacefully at University of Tennessee Medical Center on Thursday, February 8, 2024. Jimmie was a graduate of Harriman High School where she enjoyed attending many reunions. She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Exie Winfree. She is survived by her sons Jason (Amber) Patterson and Jonathan Patterson; grandson, Connor Patterson;...
Kathleen Templin
Feb 7, 2024
Kathleen Marie Beeler Templin, beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on her birthday, February 7, 2024. She was a beacon of strength, warmth, and love to all who knew her. Kathleen lived a life defined by her dedication - to family, work, and community. She was a member of Eastern Star, attended the Sunday School Hour, and was a devoted employee,...
Donald Lester Adams
Feb 6, 2024
Donald L. Adams, age 93, passed away February 6, 2024. He was born in Port Townsend, Washington, and from there moved to San Diego, California, and retired from Frost Hardwood Lumber Company. Donald was a Korean Conflict Era Navy Veteran where he proudly served his country from February 1,1952 to January 26, 1956. He loved spending his free time, metal...
Beth Ann Tillett
Feb 6, 2024
Beth Ann Tillett, age 68, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed from this earth into a new world on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 with her beloved family by her side. Beth was a believer in Christ and was loved by all those who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Kathryn (Lundy) McCall. Beth is survived...
David Charles Bryant
Feb 3, 2024
David Charles Bryant, 61, died suddenly, on his birthday, February 3, 2024. David spoke often of his work family, and how he enjoyed spending time with family. He leaves behind his brother, William J. Bryant, and sister in law Menesa Pritchett also of Knoxville, and his nephew’s family William C, McKayla and Flora Bryant, who he loved being “Uncle David”...
Chester Joseph Lundin
Feb 3, 2024
We are devastated to share the untimely death of Chester Joseph Lundin. He passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 3rd at home with family. He was 43 years old.
Chester was kind to his core and those who were fortunate to know and love him would agree he was filled with creative genius. His fervor for life was overflowing in all...
William Smith
Feb 3, 2024
William (Eddie) Smith, age 77 of Knoxville passed away Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024. He was a member of the North Acres Baptist Church. Eddie was preceded in death by his father Theodore Smith.
He is survived by his wife, Rita, of 39 years, step-son Scott (Mindy) Corum, beloved grandsons Caleb Corum and Connor Cliburn, mother, Betty Ruth (Neubert) Smith, sister, Sandra...
Richard Joseph Huskey
Feb 3, 2024
Richard Joseph “Richie Joe” Huskey, 56, of Mascot, Tennessee, gained eternal life on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024. Amid family, friends and siblings in Christ his transcendence was peaceful. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on November 6th, 1967 to Richard R.Huskey and Rosetta (Umbrell) Cain. He graduated from Heritage High School in 1986. Richard went on to develop an uncanny...
Danny Homer Weaver
Feb 3, 2024
Danny H. Weaver age 74, of Washburn, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lorine Weaver, brother, Gene Weaver, sister, Peggy Weaver, brother-in-laws, Doyle Nicely and Donald Greve, niece, Dawn Nicely, nephews, Richard Weaver and Wayne Nicely, and great-nephew, Colby Nicely. He is survived by his sisters: Annette Greve, Dianne...
Nancy Major Cox
Feb 2, 2024
In loving memory of Nancy Major Cox, a beautiful soul who left peacefully on February 2, 2024, at the age of 73 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Nancy was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her love of all things sparkly and pretty.
As an active member of her church and community, Nancy danced and sang her way through life...
Allen Ganes Tapscott
Feb 2, 2024
Allen Ganes Tapscott, age 77 of Morgan City, AL, passed away on February 2, 2024. Allen loved to spend his days fishing and was a Navy Reserve Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Simon and Vesta Tapscott. He is survived by his son, Bobby (Gale) Tapscott; daughter, Erica Tapscott; grandson, Trevor (Brittany) Tapscott, granddaughter, Brooklyn Tapscott and...
Steven Perry
Feb 2, 2024
Steven Perry, age 50, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, Billy Joe and Roswitha Perry; brother, Scott B. Perry.
Survived by children, Ali Perry and Chase Perry; love of his life, Pamela Perry; siblings, Bill Perry (Tina) and Frank Perry.
Family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 5:00pm until time of funeral...
