Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Billy Joe Wrinkle
Jun 5, 2024
Billy Wrinkle, 68 went home to be with the Lord on June 5, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was also an avid sports fan of UT and Andy Griffith. Survived by his wife of 45 years Robin, along with his daughters Melissa Bull and Christie Clark, sons-in-law Kenny Guider and Carl Clark, grandchildren Celissa...
Nathan Leon Karnes
Jun 5, 2024
Nathan Leon Karnes, age 78, of Knoxville, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. He was born on September 16, 1945 to the late Adrian and Irene Karnes. He worked at Rice Oldsmobile and East TN Ford for many years before becoming the owner/operator of Karnes Auto Body Shop. He was a member of...
Earl Ray Scarbrough
Jun 4, 2024
Earl Ray Scarbrough, age 70, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Earl was a proud Marine.
Preceded in death by parents, Ray Scarbrough and Della Jones Scarbrough; sisters, Sherry Johnson and Gail Brewer; brother, Nick Scarbrough.
Survived by son, Branndon Scarbrough (Kathy); grandsons, Jonathon Stone and Josef Stone.
Family will have services for Earl at a later date.
Hoyle Leroy Kelly
Jun 4, 2024
Hoyle Leroy Kelly "Kelly "entered his heavenly home on June 4th 2024. He was born to Hoyle and Genieva "Jenkins" Kelly on March 21st , 1950, in Knoxville, TN. Proceeded in death by parents Hoyle & Genieva "Jenkins" Kelly and Granddaughter Alexis Marie Chunn. He leaves behind his Children Amanda "Kelly" Chunn, John Kelly, and Chris Kelly followed by numerous...
Gwendolyn Ann Donehew
Jun 3, 2024
Gwendolyn Ann Donehew (Butler) age 62 of Knoxville passed away Monday, June 3, 2024 peacefully in her sleep due to a long term illness. Gwen was a loving and devoted wife as well as a mother to many. She loved her family, Norris lake, the beach, fast cars and music along with cooking and having family get together for any...
Tim A Rivera
Jun 3, 2024
Tim A. Rivera, age 66, passed away on June 3, 2024. He was born in Hialeah, Florida on October 3, 1957, to Joseph and Kay (Fogel) Rivera. Tim retired from ORNL after many years of faithful service. He was an avid cyclist – motorcycles and bicycles alike. Tim had strong faith, was a member of Sevier Heights Baptist Church, and that...
Josephine "Jobie" Mathes
Jun 3, 2024
Josephine “Jobie” Mathes age 81, of Oak Ridge, went to be with our Heavenly Father on Monday, June 3, 2024. Jobie, as she was affectionately known, was a kind and loving momma and lady with unwavering faith in God. She had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. Her family meant everything to her, and she will...
Gene England
Jun 2, 2024
Shirley Eugene England, age 79 of Knoxville, passed away June 2, 2024. He was crane operator for Powell Erectors and Riggers, as well as, Southland Erectors and Riggers for many years. Gene enjoyed watching UT football, throwing darts, and fishing. Preceded in death by parents Tom and Nan England, brother J.D. England, and sister Helen England. Survived by wife of...
Rebecca Smith Asher
Jun 2, 2024
Rebecca Ann Smith Asher, age 50 of Knoxville, passed away June 2, 2024. She enjoyed being a mail carrier for about 20 years and was also a boy scout leader for several years as well. Rebecca loved to do arts and crafts of many kinds. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and a dear friend. Preceded in...
Essie James Moore
Jun 2, 2024
Essie J. Moore, age 99 of Powell, got promoted to Heaven peacefully Sunday evening June 2, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Life-long member of the Church of God. Her life was devoted to God and family. In her Christian circle, she was known as a “Prayer Warrior”; lovingly in the family, she was known as the “Queen”. Her joy...
Donald Eugene Bruner
Jun 1, 2024
Donald "Don" Eugene Bruner, 61 of Knoxville, passed away in his home on Saturday, June 1, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and friends who loved him. Don worked hard and enjoyed his last job at Medical Waste of America and all those he worked alongside. He was a bright energetic soul with an adventurous...
Matthew Thomas Diesing
Jun 1, 2024
Matthew Thomas Diesing, age 47 of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center after a courageous 14 month battle with pancreatic cancer. Matthew was a loving husband, father, son, brother and uncle and loved his family very much. He served in the United States Marine Corps for 7 years and was stationed at...
Martha Lou Kitts
Jun 1, 2024
Martha Wallace Story Kitts, age 89, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Saturday June,1 2024. She was a member of Bookwalter United Methodist Church. She retired from ORNL FCU as a branch manager.
Preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Laura Wallace; sisters, Betty (Lynn) Mashburn, MaryAnne (Jim) Huff; husband, Doug Story; Son Dan Story, husband Kermit Kitts.
Martha is survived...
Cora Beatrice Loop Cantrell
May 31, 2024
Cora Beatrice Loop Cantrell, age 90, of Knoxville, TN passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 31, 2024. A beloved mother, grandmother and aunt, Beatrice was born on January 9, 1934, in Monroe, Michigan and moved to Knoxville in 1968. Bea’s calling was to share her love of Jesus with family and...
Teresa Karen Murray
May 31, 2024
Teresa Karen Murray, age 70, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. She was of the Baptist faith. After her stroke, she retired from Ingles Grocery as a deli manager.
Preceded in death by husband, Alvin Murray; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Joseph Robinson; parents, J.L. and Rose Marie Easterday; grandson, Jonathan Robinson.
Survived by stepmother, Marilyn Easterday; grandchildren,...
Garland Taylor
May 30, 2024
Garland Ray "Junior" Taylor, age 56, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on May 30, 2024. He was born on August 9, 1967 in Kingsport, Tennessee. Garland, known as junior, was a hardworking man who dedicated 25 years of his life to his career at DT Refurbishing. Beyond his professional life, he found joy in spending time with his beloved family.
Garland...
Chastity Oneal Lambdin
May 30, 2024
Chastity Oneal Lambdin age 33, of Knoxville, went home to be the Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Chastity was a free spirit and caring heart for others. Chasity never met a stranger; she always saw the best in people. She had a smile that shined, and you couldn’t help but smile with her. Her family and friends...
Ann C. Duncan Romines
May 30, 2024
Ann C. Duncan Romines, age, 78, a beacon of love and joy, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday May 30, 2024, in Corryton, TN. surrounded by her loving family. Ann’s life was a tapestry of cherished moments and enduring relationships that touched many hearts throughout her years. Ann’s legacy is lovingly carried on by her devoted husband of thirty-four...
Terry Lynn Hyder
May 30, 2024
Terry Hyder, Age, 68 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord and Savior on May 30, 2024. Terry was a member of Grove Heights Baptist Church. He graduated from Rule High class of 1974 and American Institute of Baking in 1996. Terry worked for Merita Bakery for 37 years.
Preceded in death by parents Albert and Mary Jo Hyder; grandparents,...
Patsy Sue Needham Mitchell
May 30, 2024
Patsy Sue Needham Mitchell, age 82, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Patsy was born August 31, 1941, in Knoxville, TN., to the late Alice Franklin. She graduated from Halls High School in 1959. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. Patsy was a cherished wife,...
