Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Sharon Kay Moore
Aug 22, 2024
Sharon Kay Moore, age 70, of Knoxville, TN gained her angelic wings on August 22, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her father, William Nichols; brothers, Jeff and Tim Nichols and son, Norman Vandergriff Jr.
She is survived by her husband Tim Moore; mother, Mable; sister, Vickie (Kenny); brother, Terry (Becky); daughters, Shelby and Sherry (Elmer); grandchildren, Michael (Tracy), Dwayne (Morgan),...
Carl Lee Bradley
Aug 22, 2024
Carl Lee Bradley of Powell, Tennessee passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was the only child born to James and Grace Bradley of Knoxville. He was a graduate of Fulton High School and retired from Boiler Supply Company after 40 plus years. He loved his job and Carl’s co-workers there became family to...
Margaret Elaine Brown
Aug 21, 2024
Margaret Elaine Brown, age 75, of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024.
Margaret and her sweetheart, Clyde, met when they were only twelve years old, and never dated anyone else. They not only share the same birthday but also a lifetime of beautiful memories that will be cherished forever.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Megan Brown;...
Michelle Elizabeth Pace Fiorentino
Aug 20, 2024
Michelle Elizabeth Pace Fiorentino, age 40 of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2024 at Tennova Medical Center. She attended Lynn Garden Baptist Church and was employed with A.O Smith. Michelle was anxiously awaiting the arrival of her first grandson prior to her passing. Her family and friends will miss her dearly.
Michelle is preceded in...
Janice Palmer
Aug 20, 2024
Janice Palmer, age 66 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. She dedicated the past 11 years of her career to Team Health. Her greatest joys were spending time at the beach and cherishing her four grandchildren, whom she adored and spoiled.
Janice is proceeded in death by her husband, Richard Palmer; father, Austin Carter; mother, Bloma Carter;...
Walt C. Wright
Aug 20, 2024
Walt C. Wright, age 91 of Knoxville, passed away August 20, 2024. He was a member of Ailordale Baptist Church. Walt was a Korean War Veteran. He enjoyed carpentry work and watching sports, especially the Braves and any UT team, and he once played minor league baseball. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by...
Robert William Grubb Jr.
Aug 19, 2024
Robert William Grubb Jr. passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024 with his family by his side. Robert was born in Knoxville, TN on March 1, 1956 and raised in Grainger, TN. He was an active member of his church, Atlantic Avenue Baptist and loved gospel music. God and his family were always the center of his life. He will...
Delores F. Welch
Aug 19, 2024
Delores Welch, age 88, of Halls, formerly of Big Pine, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She fought a courageous 13-year battle with Alzheimer’s, facing each day with grace and joy.
Delores was of the Baptist faith and a member of North Fork Baptist Church, NC. She took great pleasure in tending to her...
Larry Emerson Liford, Sr.
Aug 19, 2024
Larry E. Liford, Sr., age 79 of Heiskell, TN, born on September 1, 1944 went to be with the Lord on Monday August 19, 2024. Larry died peacefully at his home. He enjoyed woodworking, car shows, wrestling, fishing, and watching TN football. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Larry had an incredible heart. He wanted everyone in...
Brenda Louise Sams
Aug 19, 2024
Brenda Louise Sams, age 81, of Knoxville, TN, passed away peacefully into the gates of heaven on August 19, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
Our Nanna was an avid reader, lover of powerful cars (the 2004 white Mustang GT, was her favorite) and was a beautiful example of dedication, love, and kindness. Nanna’s family was the most important aspect of...
Alice Weaver Hellard
Aug 19, 2024
Alice Weaver Hellard, age 89 went home to be with our Lord and Savior on August 19, 2024. Alice accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. Her faith gave her strength to overcome hardships and trials throughout her life. Alice was precious and devoted to her family and friends. She was beautiful inside and out...
Stephen Tanner Keck
Aug 18, 2024
Stephen Tanner Keck age 32, formerly of Knoxville, passed away suddenly with his fiancé Alecia Young by his side on Sunday, August 18, 2024, in Warren, Ohio. Stephen was baptized at an early age and is a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. Stephen moved to Warren, Ohio many years ago. He enjoyed creating and playing video games. Stephen was...
Charles Elwood Sharpe
Aug 18, 2024
Charles Elwood Sharpe, age 90, of Knoxville, TN went to be with Jesus, Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was a longtime member of Sharon Baptist Church. Charles was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Geraldine Sharpe; parents, Emmette and Mary Sharpe; siblings, Elvin Sharpe, Verlin Sharpe, Edna Gibson, Eula Bullard and Jeanette Hansard. Charles is survived by his...
Gwendolyn Hunley Oaks
Aug 18, 2024
Gwendolyn Hunley Oaks age 79, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born June 27, 1945, in Knoxville, TN. She is survived by her loving son, Tim Oaks (Sharon), her four grandchildren: Helena Oaks (Dustin DelMoro), James Oaks (Shantelle), Brennan Oaks (Savannah), and Kimberly Shordon (Ian); four great-grandchildren: Ella James, Truett, Theodore, and Elijah Oaks;...
Johnny Luther McNeely
Aug 17, 2024
Johnny Luther McNeely, age 65, of Heiskell, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 17, 2024.
Johnny had the biggest heart of anyone we’ve ever known. He was a hard worker, good friend, wonderful father and amazing husband. He loved to spend his days off at the lake fishing or simply, in the garden. He will be missed.
He is preceded in...
Dorothy Marie Hammock
Aug 17, 2024
Dorothy Marie Hammock, age 73, of Knoxville, TN passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center on the very floor where she worked for years; she was surrounded by those who loved and cherished her, just as much as she adored and loved them in return.
Known by Momma, Mamaw Dorothy, Gran, or Nana, Ms. Dorothy...
Violetta Adams
Aug 16, 2024
Violetta Adams, age 84, of Clinton, TN passed away on Friday, August 16, 2023. We will never know how many lives she touched here on this earth, and I'm sure her reward will be great in heaven for the souls she won to Jesus and the love and kindness she showed to those who were down and out. She helped...
Edgar Revon Lemons
Aug 15, 2024
Edgar R. Lemons Jr., (44), of Mascot, TN passed away on August 15, 2024. Preceded in death by his grandparents Edgar and Hazel Lemons, father Michael E. Lemons, and brother Michael E. Lemons Jr. Survived by his loving mother Patricia Lemons, brother Mark (Kim) Lemons, sisters Angela (David) Dixson, and Hazel Ann (Joe) Woodard, Carolyn (George) Snyder, special cousin Caroline...
Martha Sue Douglas
Aug 15, 2024
Martha S. Douglas, age 84, of Knoxville, TN, went home to be with the Savior she sang about most all her life. Martha was born on August 29, 1939, in Briceville, TN. She was a faithful member of Bays Mtn. Baptist Church. Martha is survived by her son, Joey (Nancy) Douglas; daughter, Katy Humphrey; grandsons, Johnathon (Lydia) Humphrey and Jason...
Christopher Lee Parish
Aug 14, 2024
Christopher Lee Parish, age 54 passed away with his wife by his side. Chris was an Avid UT fan and devout Christian. He loved the large family he inherited when he married Tammy. On a deeper level, Chris' kindness and undeniable faith shone brightly. His love for God and steadfast beliefs ensure his souls joyful transition leaving behind cherished memories...
