Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Larry Eugene Autary
Oct 9, 2023
Larry Eugene Autary, age 61, of Heiskell, Tennessee, left this life on October 9, 2023 to be reunited with his wife of many years, Polly. He was surrounded by his children and their spouses. Larry was a talented HVAC/Metal Specialist for many years and enjoyed camping, visiting local lakes, classic cars, guns, knives, flea marketing, antiquing and auctions. He loved...
Janis Lynn Daniels
Oct 9, 2023
Janis Lynn Coram Daniels, age 65, went to be with her Lord on Monday, October 9, 2023. She was saved and of the Baptist faith.
She is preceded in death by parents, Jack and Juanita Coram; son, Josh Daniels (Amanda); brother, Donnie Coram.
She is survived by son, Dustin Daniels (Carrie): grandchildren, Adrienne Daniels, Autumn Daniels and Kayden Daniels; great...
Jean Varner Cassady
Oct 9, 2023
Jean Varner Cassady, age 87, of Knoxville passed away October 9, 2023. She was a member of Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church and proudly served the citizens of Knox County for 42 years in Chancery Court.
Preceded in death by her parents Bert and Pearl (Wallace) Varner; and brother Bobby Varner.
Survived by son Samuel (Cindy) Cassady; grandchildren Ben and...
Darlene Clabough
Oct 8, 2023
Darlene Clabough, age 76 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 8th 2023. She was a member of Northwest Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gaines Clabough. Family and Friends will meet at Bells Campground Cemetery on Wednesday, October 11 2023 for a 2:00PM service. Online condolences may be left...
Jack Eldon Holt
Oct 8, 2023
Jack Eldon Holt, age 75, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 8, 2023. His wife, Vanita, and daughters, Jaclyn and Robyn were with him at home when he departed this world. The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 12:00-2:00 p.m. at Smithwood Baptist Church, 4914 Jacksboro Pike with funeral service to...
Pamela Gail Chandler Oakes
Oct 7, 2023
Pamela Gail Chandler Oakes age 62 of Knoxville, passed peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 7, 2023. She enjoyed the sun, flowers, working in her garden and watching her birds. Preceded in death by her parents, Iola and James Chandler; fiancé, Franklin Nicholeson; sister-in-law/best friend, Melody Glover. Survived by her daughter, Kenna Oakes (Scott); sons, Lance (Amber) Oakes,...
Gregory "Greg" Allen Leach
Oct 7, 2023
Gregory “Greg” Allen Leach, age 50, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Greg was the best daddy, husband, brother, and son. He loved his girls with all his heart. He was the protector, provider, and bear hugger. He enjoyed his daily calls with Brandi, his weekend trips to the ball field with Mo, and riding...
Lois J. Harbin
Oct 7, 2023
Lois J. Harbin, age 87, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 7, 2023. She was a lifelong member of Lonsdale United Methodist Church. She was a huge University of Tennessee fan and she loved her family dearly.
Lois was predeceased by her husband, Bud Harbin; parents, Milous and Pat McEntyre. She is survived by...
Linda Carol Meridieth
Oct 6, 2023
Linda Carol McClain Meridieth, age 75, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2023.
Linda loved to go camping in Destin, FL, fishing and gardening.
She is preceded in death by her parents, A.M. and Twila McClain; brother, Darrell (Whimpy) McClain.
She is survived by her husband, Mike Meridieth; sons, Michael and Jason Meridieth; grandchildren, Caden and Libbie Meridieth; sister, Vickie...
John Leon Miller
Oct 6, 2023
John Leon Miller, age 82 of Knoxville, loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend, went to be with the Lord Friday, October 6, 2023. John, a devoted Christian, shared his faith in Christ through his ministry, Shield of Faith. He also would visit and share the gospel in local jail facilities. His love for Christ was something everyone experienced through...
Angie Henderson
Oct 5, 2023
Angela Maxine Henderson, age 34 from Knoxville passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Angela worked at Shell Gas Station. Preceded in death by grandparents; Maxine Hansberger and John Hansberger, Ruby and Grant Henderson Sr. Survived by children; Kate and Brook Morlock, Jordan and Andrew Coffer, parents; Gerald Henderson and Helen Wright, sister; Lisa Henderson and Aunt; Donna Stuhrman....
Peggy Marie Nicely
Oct 5, 2023
Peggy Marie Nicely, age 69 of Knoxville, gained her heavenly angel wings on October 05, 2023. Peggy was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was also an amazing master barber. She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Dorothy Graham, her daughter Crystal Sunshine Miller, her sister Judy Pate and her niece Pammy Cooper. Peggy...
Joyce Audrey Dyer
Oct 5, 2023
Joyce Audrey Dyer, age 85 of Knoxville, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 5, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents; William C and Iola Trecia Dyer, sisters; Barbara Ann Rouse (Rev. Jesse Rouse), Carol Dyer Northern and nephew Billy Northern. She is survived by her nieces; Trecia Todd, Donna Repper, Lisa McKenzie,...
Glenda Faye Deatherage
Oct 4, 2023
Glenda Faye Deatherage peacefully passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at the age of 74 in her home … surrounded by her compassionate caregivers. She was a resident of Buckingham 1 [East Tennessee Homes] in Greeneville, Tennessee. Although Glenda was born with intellectual and developmental disabilities, her family and friends focused...
Jack Lyndell Jenkins
Oct 4, 2023
Jack Lyndell Jenkins, age 81, born on June 9, 1942 – October 4, 2023. He is a graduate of Powell High School, class of 1960. After high school, he enlisted in the Army and went to basic training at Aberdeen proving grounds in Maryland where he trained to be a machinist. He then went on to work as a machinist...
Justin Lugene Bradshaw
Oct 4, 2023
Justin Lugene Bradshaw, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at the age of 40. Gone from us way too soon. Justin leaves behind a mom who loved him beyond words, and will always hold him in her heart; as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial service will be set at a later date. Online condolences may...
Jamie Mary Studer
Oct 3, 2023
Jamie Mary Studer, age 76, of Andersonville, Tennessee, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, died Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Jamie was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mildred. She is survived by her son and daughter in law, William and Christina McMillan; grandson, William (Linsay) McMillan; great grandsons, William and Parker; sister, Carol Morie; brother, Angelo Rossi; dear friend, Angie....
Jack Harold Carris
Oct 3, 2023
Jack Harold Carris, age 84, of Knoxville, TN. went to be with the Lord onTuesday, October 3, 2023. He was retired Air Force and a faithfulmember of Central Baptist Church.He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Seaman Carris; sister,Alice Raber; father, Arthur Boyd Carris; mother, Grace Torrey Carris.Jack is survived by his sons, Jeff (Pam) Carris; Scott (Kristin)...
Jeremy Blake Hutchens
Oct 3, 2023
Jeremy Blake Hutchens, age 36, of Knoxville passed away suddenly Tuesday, October 3, 2023. He was a graduate of Karns High School. Jeremy was the owner and operator for JBH Welding. He loved his wife and daughters, camping, hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling. Most of all, he was a Christian. He was a member and trustee of Foot of the Cross...
Christopher Ray Gresham
Oct 3, 2023
Christopher Ray Gresham, age 63 of Knoxville went to be with his mom and dad on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. He loved his dog, Trevor and he enjoyed spending time with his friends who were like his family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Wanda Ray Gresham and Charles Gresham; grandparents, James A. Carlile and Lily Lucille Carlile;...
