Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Rev. Vencent Vernell Jones
Mar 23, 2026
Rev. Vencent V. Jones age 89 of Corryton, passed quietly in his sleep on Monday, March 23, 2026 at his home. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church and the Prayer Warriors Sunday School Class. He retired from Lloyd & Sheffer Food Brokers after 22 years of service. He reitred from the ministry after 60 years of service...
Ranesom Cue Cates Sr.
Mar 23, 2026
Ranesom Cue Cates, Sr., age 83, of Powell, TN, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 at Wellington Manor.
Ranesom has been a member of Glory Church at Dante, formally Dante Baptist, since 1985. He worked at White Lily foods for 46 years, and a member of Local Union #25.
Preceded in death by wife, Dorothy Cates; son, Junior; brother, Jackie; parents,...
Kodi James Church
Mar 22, 2026
Kodi James Church was born into the arms of Jesus on March 22, 2026 at 7:15am.
He will be forever missed and cherished by his mother Charlotte and her good friend Grason Eaden; his uncle, Danny Brunelle, and aunt, Skylar Abner.
A graveside service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Elverton Cemetery in Harriman.
Online condolences may be...
Mabel Elizabeth Patton
Mar 22, 2026
Mabel Elizabeth Patton, 88, of Powell, TN went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Liz was born in Canton, China, the daughter of missionaries. She graduated from the University of Rochester with a bachelor of nursing science degree and went on to complete her masters degree in nursing education.
Liz spent 5 years...
Steven Wayne Haley
Mar 21, 2026
Steve Haley age 59, of Powell, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Steve was known as “Coach Haley” to so many but the roles he was most proud of were being a devoted husband, father, son, papaw, father-in-law and friend to so many.
Steve loved everything to do with his family. He loved spending...
Elizabeth Anna Roggeman
Mar 21, 2026
Elizabeth “Beth” Henson Roggeman age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 20, 2026, at her home surrounded by her children after a lengthy illness.
Many called Beth an “angel on earth” when receiving news of her passing. Anyone who spent time around her warm soul and unconditionally loving heart knew that to be true. Those who loved her...
Hillard Edgar Rutherford
Mar 21, 2026
RUTHERFORD, HILLARD E. – age 99, of Halls, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Wellington Manor. Hillard was a faithful member of Union Baptist Church of Halls for 52 years, where he served as Deacon and choir member. He was a Veteran of WWII and retired from A&P Groceries. Hillard was beloved by everyone who had the opportunity to...
Robert Lee Hurd Jr.
Mar 20, 2026
Robert Lee Hurd, Jr. (“Bobby”) age 79, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Born on January 22, 1947, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Robert grew up with a strong sense of loyalty, humor, and grit — qualities that stayed with him throughout his life. For the past 40 years, he made his home in Powell, Tennessee, where he built a life centered...
Jeffrey Lynn Parker
Mar 20, 2026
Jeffrey Lynn Parker, 73, of Knoxville, passed away on March 20, 2026. He served in the United States Air Force for over 20 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. He was a devout Christian and member of Temple Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Parker; parents, Janrose and William Parker; brother, William "Billy" Parker, Jr.
He is...
Jason Lee Massengale
Mar 19, 2026
Jason Lee Massengale age 44, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026. He is survived by his mother, Debra; grandmother, Shirley Winebarger; aunt, Patsy Maples; children, Bailey, Taylor, Dylan, Jadikah, Cameron, Carson and Amelia; grandson, Zaevion; mothers of his children, Angela, Lindsay and Carolina; brothers, David and Sam; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A Celebration of Life to be announced...
Austin Philip Lee Eady
Mar 19, 2026
Austin Philip Lee Eady age 31, passed away on March 19, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Eady; granny, Violet Eady; papaw, Robert Eady; grammie, Donna Thibault; and poppa, James Tanner. He is survived by his parents, Jennifer and Rick Worthington; sons, Jaybird Eady and Landen Roberson; daughters, Nevaeh Castillo, Evie Shipley, and Kova Monday; brothers,...
Michael E. Cooper
Mar 18, 2026
Michael E. Cooper, age 70, of the Halls Community, Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026. He worked for Waste Connections as a driver for over forty years. Michael enjoyed tinkering with any kind of car. He loved going to car shows, dirt track racing, yard sales and setting up his products at flea markets. Michael is preceded in...
Ronald Earl Lewelling
Mar 18, 2026
Ronald “Reasonable Ron” Earl Lewelling
March 26, 1952 – March 18, 2026
Ronald “Reasonable Ron” Earl Lewelling, age 73, departed this life on March 18, 2026. Ronnie was a well-known and beloved figure in his community. Ronnie owned and operated Reasonable Ron’s Tires for over 40 years, building not only a successful business but a lasting legacy. Known as “the best place...
Marjorie Kennedy Davenport
Mar 18, 2026
Marjorie Kennedy Davenport, age 80, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Marjorie was a woman who found her greatest joy in the simple and meaningful moments of life. She loved spending time with her family, especially attending family reunions where laughter and stories were shared for hours. She could often be found enjoying her favorite television...
Brian Keith McConkey
Mar 18, 2026
Brian Keith McConkey age 57, of West Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Tennova North after an extended illness. He was a member of Centerview Baptist Church. He was also the owner of McConkey Body Shop on Ball Road. Brian was an avid UT sports enthusiast and a graduate of Karns High School. Preceded in death by...
Roy Nolan Hopper
Mar 17, 2026
Roy “Nolan” Hopper of Knoxville, TN passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 at the age of 88. He was born on November 23rd, 1937 in Big Spring, Texas. He graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington, CA. where he met the love of his life Celia Wolfenbarger. She was his best friend for 55 wonderful...
Vickie Kay Wilhite
Mar 17, 2026
Mrs. Vickie Kay Nichols Wilhite of Strawberry Plains went to her heavenly home on March 17, 2026. Vickie was born in Detroit, Michigan, and moved to Strawberry Plains when she was about two years old. She was one of a kind; selfless, generous, and always ready to help anyone in need. She loved fiercely and lived with an open heart.
A...
Maude Nannie Keith
Mar 17, 2026
Maude Keith, age 91 of Knoxville, passed away on March 17, 2026. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by parents Jeff and Fay Brown, husband John Keith, grandson Joseph Collins, and sister Georgie Hensley. Survived by children Lisa (Jason) Heaton and William (Lori) Keith, grandchildren Dylan and Jordan Keith, and Haley and Brittney Heaton, great-granddaughters Nevaeh Hicks...
James Alfred Tallent
Mar 17, 2026
James Alfred Tallent, age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
He was born on February 21, 1945, in Portsmouth, Virginia to Beatrice Davis Tallent and Carl Houston Tallent, both of whom preceded him in death.
Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. A true American hero, he endured great...
Matthew David Hinkin
Mar 16, 2026
We have lost a good man. Matthew David Hinkin succumbed to his 16-year battle with Parkinsons Disease, March 16th, 2026, at the age of 62 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a good and faithful servant leader, dedicated to his family and the Knoxville community.
Matt was born September 23, 1963, at Commanche County Hospital, Lawton, Oklahoma, the sixth child of Paul...
