Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Robert Warren Adcock
Aug 1, 2026
Robert Warren "Wild Man" Adcock, age 64 of Strawberry Plains, TN, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026 at his home. Robert was a 1980 graduate of Carter High School. He was born on May 27, 1962 to James Robert Adcock and Edith Adcock. Robert was a well-known and respected HVAC Technician throughout the southeast including Tennessee, Alabama and Florida. There...
Larry Eugene Lett
Jul 31, 2026
Larry Eugene Lett age 79, of Halls, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 31, 2026, at his home. Born August 27, 1946, to his late parents, James and Pauline Lett. Larry was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. Larry served four years in the United States Navy, where he was stationed in the Bahamas. He was a 1964 graduate of...
Alvin "Bub" McMurry
Jul 31, 2026
Alvin "Bub" McMurry age 83, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on July 31, 2026.
Preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Edith McMurry; brothers, Mike McMurry, Fred McMurry, "Bones" Donald McMurry, Gary McMurry, Butch McMurry; sister and brother-in-law, Pauline and Ransome Cates; brother-in-law, Jack Longmire.
Survivors include his loving wife Linda McMurry; children, Dianne Loveday (Ray), Angela Johnson (Wayne), and David...
Angela Marie Hagwood
Jul 30, 2026
Angela Marie Hagwood, 61, of Powell, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Angela is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, James “Bobby” Hagwood; her daughters, Macy Hagwood (Connor Holmberg) and Shanna (Bobby) Holcombe; her cherished grandchildren, Chloe Wescoe, Alexis Wescoe, and Will Holcombe; and her great-grandson, Brantley “Peanut.” She...
Daryl Edward Brown
Jul 29, 2026
Daryl Edward Brown of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Daryl graduated with a High School Diploma from Halls High School and continued onto electrical school. Daryl had many struggles but that did not stop him from making new friends and following God’s word. He deeply loved his family and child. Daryl was preceded in death by aunt,...
Timothy Michael Crawford
Jul 28, 2026
Timothy Michael Crawford age 78 of Knoxville, TN., departed this world for his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, surrounded by his family. Tim was born in Canton, Ohio but called Tennessee home for the past 51 years.
Following high school, Tim enlisted with the United States Air Force and served for "3 years, 9 months, and 6 days". He...
David William Smith
Jul 27, 2026
David William Smith, age 70 of Knoxville, was welcomed home to Heaven on July 27, 2026. David was born in Maysville, Kentucky, raised in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and eventually settled in Knoxville, Tennessee. He graduated from Gatlinburg Pittman High School, attended the University of Tennessee and Ringling School of Art and design where he completed a graphic arts degree. He worked...
Melissa Ann Walker
Jul 27, 2026
Melissa Ann Walker age 63 of Kodak, passed away peacefully 6:00 am Monday, July 27, 2026 at Fort Sander's Regional Medical Center. She had been an employee of Dixie Stampede in Pigeon Forge. Preceded in death by parents, Mable and Frank Buckner, Jr. Survivors; husband, Daniel Walker; daughter, Lekisha Donehew; grandson, Skyler Donehew; granddaughter, Heaven Logan; brother, Gary (Kim) Buckner;...
James Arthur Talley
Jul 25, 2026
James Arthur Talley, age 74, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
He was a man of unwavering faith who loved the Lord with all his heart and sought to honor Him in everything he did. His faith was evident not only in what he believed, but in the way he lived—with humility, generosity, integrity, and a heart to serve others.
Known...
Bernard (BT) Thomas Kelly
Jul 25, 2026
Bernard (B.T.) Kelly, age 83, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
B.T. was a member of St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. He retired from Rural Metro Fire Department with over 30 years of service, as well as TVA. B.T. was a also a Veteran of the United States Army having served as a Paratrooper with the...
Rhonda Michelle Russell Martin
Jul 24, 2026
Rhonda Michelle Russel Martin, age 52, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at home. She was employed by St. Mary’s Hospital and Tennova North for over 25 years. She was a loving mother and dear friend.
Preceded in death by mother, Patricia Cook; grandparents, Ronald and Ruth Russell (Mammy and Pappy); grandchildren, Chandler, Lemmon and Lime.
Survived by daughter, Kimberly...
Michael Anthony Eldridge
Jul 23, 2026
Michael Anthony Eldridge age 23, of Powell, TN passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Born November 26, 2002, in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Michael was preceded in death by his brother, Dylan Baehr. He is survived by his mother, Rose Thumm (Brian Lavigne); father, Michael D. Eldridge; grandparents, Mike and Lisa Thumm, Valerie Chadwell-Smith and Mike and Elizabeth Eldridge; girlfriend, Angel...
Sharon Kay Bakker
Jul 23, 2026
Sharon Kay Bakker, age 83, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1943, in Alton, Iowa, to Emmett and Dorothy (Starkenburg) Root.
Sharon was known for her kindness, generous spirit, unwavering faith in the Lord, and endless love for her family. She touched the lives of everyone who knew her with her...
Roberta Lee Luttrell
Jul 23, 2026
Roberta Lee (Evans) Luttrell age 97 of Corryton, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026. She was a dedicated member of Fountain City United Methodist Church, the Christian Fellowship Sunday School Class, and the Sarah Circle of the United Women in Faith. Preceded in death by husband of 62 years, D. Houston Luttrell, son, Dennis Allen Luttrell, and parents, Rev. Robert...
Samuel Brine Brackett
Jul 23, 2026
Samuel Brackett, age 62, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on July 23, 2026.
Sam was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He dedicated 37 years of service to Pellissippi State Community College, where he proudly served as the Print Shop Supervisor. His strong work ethic, kindness, and dedication earned him the...
Debra Kay Elliott
Jul 22, 2026
Debra Kay Elliott (Debbie), age 56, of Powell, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. We whole heartedly believe she shed her wheelchair and ran into her mommas' arms.
Debbie was always the one to go to when we needed a listening ear, compassion, something to eat, and always extra love. She took after her mom...
Stephanie Nicole Compton
Jul 22, 2026
Stephanie Nicole Compton, age 47 of Knoxville, TN passed away July 22, 2026. She may have been considered short at 4’ft 11”in, however, with her big personality and huge heart she would have you believe that she was 6’ft 5”in. Those close to her know her as a loving and comforting woman, who allowed God to lead her life. Preceded...
Jackie L. Segroves
Jul 21, 2026
Jackie L. Segroves age 84, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. He was retired from United Parcel Service after 31 safe driving years as a feeder driver.
Jackie was preceded in death by his parents, Malcus and Odessa Segroves; brothers, Jim and Kenneth Segroves; and sisters, Opal, Joyce and Jean Segroves. He is survived by his loving wife,...
Charles Howard Burchfield, Sr.
Jul 20, 2026
Charles Howard Burchfield, Sr., age 79, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026. He attended the New Salem Baptist Church, where the pastor and members of Salem were always so friendly and welcoming. A special friend there, Brother David Collins, was always checking on him and a special thank you for his prayers and kindness.
Charles was preceded...
Julia Marie Cooper
Jul 20, 2026
Julia Humphrey Cooper, 65, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Julia was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was her children and grandchildren. She had a heart full of love, a caring spirit, and a personality that could light up any room. She was...
