Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Ella Marie Smith
May 29, 2024
Ella Marie Smith, age 81, of Powell, TN, passed away Wednesday, May 29 th . She was loved so much by her family and will be greatly missed.She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, William Kim Smith; parents, Elmer & Ruby Smith; brother, John Perry Smith; and son-in-law, Kevin Rudd. She is survived by her children,...
Faith Michelle Williams
May 29, 2024
Faith Michelle Williams, age 56 of Powell, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Ft. Sander's Regional Medical Center. Faith is now resting in the arms of Jesus, after a long and hard fought battle. She is now in Heaven with her family on the other side. Preceded in death by her mother, Charlene DeBusk; sister, Brenda Sargeant; brothers, Michael...
Bonnie Irene Jenkins England
May 29, 2024
Bonnie “Bunny” Jenkins England, age 85 of Dandridge passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents Hubert Gordon Jenkins and Irene Jenkins; daughter, Denise Irene Shields; and brother, Tom Jenkins.
Survived by, husband Clifford England; children; Jimmy England, Tim England, and Scott England; grandson, Travis Shields; also leaving behind several nieces and nephews.
The family will not be having...
Jennifer Ruth Satterfield
May 29, 2024
Jennifer Ruth (Coomer) Satterfield, 70, passed away on the morning of May 29, 2024. She was born on August 12, 1953, to the late Charles Edward Coomer, Sr. and Katherine Ruth (King) Coomer.
Jennifer worked as a typesetter for many years. She was also a long-time member of Christ United Methodist Church.
Jennifer is survived by her loving husband, Marvin “Lynn” Satterfield,...
Daniel Jonathan Young
May 28, 2024
Daniel Jonathan Young age 37, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Jonathan is preceded in death by his father, Danny Lee Shipley, and grandparents: Roscoe and Wilma Shipley and Mary Carr and Granville Young. He is survived by his son, Logan Cooper, mother, Lisa Baker, sister, Felicia Harvey and brother-in-law, Chris, nephew, Bryson Harvey, and best friend...
Chase Allen Tindell
May 28, 2024
Chase Allen Tindell, age 32, of Knoxville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
Chase’s smile could light up a room, and his laughter was infectious. He loved his people with all he had in him. He was an amazing husband to his sweet wife, Stephanie, whom he thought the absolute world of. The memories of their many adventures...
Cheryl Ann (Fritts) Condry
May 28, 2024
Cheryl Ann Fritts Condry, age 72, of Corryton, TN passed away peacefully in the evening hours of Tuesday, May 28, 2024 with her family by her side.
She was a graduate of Central High School, a member of Oakwood United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women’s Group, and an employee for H&R Block for several years.
Preceded in death by father,...
Judith Diane Yarbrough
May 28, 2024
Judith Diane Yarbrough, age 68, of Knoxville, TN passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. She was an artist and won an award at The Dogwood Arts Festival. She was a member of Glory Church @ Dante. Judy was an avid gardener and spent a great deal of time with her family, planting and caring for her vegetable and flower...
William Earl McGinnis
May 27, 2024
William Earl McGinnis, age 86, of Corryton, TN, passed away peacefully at Emory Ridge Memory Care on Monday, May 27, 2024. He was saved early in life at Mount Eager Baptist Church during Vacation Bible School. Earl was kind and loving to everyone. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Shirley Ann Blankenship McGinnis; father, John...
James Richard Braden
May 27, 2024
James Richard Braden, age 88 of Corryton, passed away peacefully Monday, May 27, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving as a Pilot. Retired truck driver after many years of service. He was a beekeeper, gardener and loved watching hummingbirds and spending time outside. Preceded in death by son, Buster Braden; great-great grandchild,...
Susan Seymour Blazier
May 27, 2024
Susan Seymour Blazier age 69 (January 31, 1955-May 27, 2024) of Knoxville, arrived in heaven escorted by angels and holding the hand of her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. She was in her home with loving family and her 4 legged nurse Bo beside her. Susie (fondly known as Suki by her 5 grandchildren and friends and family) was the...
Wanda Mae Imogene Koontz Gray
May 27, 2024
Wanda Mae Imogene Koontz Gray age 84, of Seymour, TN., formerly of Heiskell, TN., passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024. She was a member of Seymour First Baptist Church, and a previous member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church and Liberty Baptist Church. She was a retired garment manufacturing materials handler. In her spare time, she was an avid Dollywood...
Frances Gail Miller
May 26, 2024
Frances Gail "Star" Miller, 70, passed peacefully on Sunday, May 26, 2024. She was devout in faith throughout her life. She was known for being a talented soul organist, playing for many Evangelist services in East Tennessee. She was a wonderful singer, songwriter, and musician. She was preceded in death by father and WWII veteran Riley Collins, and mother Rosa...
Gregory Glenn Bright
May 24, 2024
Gregory Glenn Bright, age 56, of Knoxville, TN went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 24, 2024. He was born on March 6, 1968, to Ernestine (Smith) Bright and the late Glenn Bright.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Candice Bright; his father, Glenn Bright; and his sisters, Glenda Long and Sharon Houser.
Gregory is survived by...
Laura Lee Pommier
May 23, 2024
Laura Lee Pommier, 76, of Strawberry Plains TN passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024. She was of the Catholic faith and loved going to church. Laura was very adventurous and loved spending time outdoors.
Preceded in death by husband; Arthur Pommier, daughter; Christina Pommier, daughter-in-law; Angela Pommier.
Survived by children; Michael Pommier, Elizabeth Ann (Farrin) Quibodeaux, Katherine (Michael) Perrin, Steven (Whitney)...
Theodore "Ted" Milfred Hatfield
May 22, 2024
Theodore “Ted” Milfred Hatfield, age 87 passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Tennova North. He was a resident of Halls since 1998.
At 12, long before child labor laws, Ted worked for the local movie theatre in Hot Springs, AR. Hot Springs was a neutral vacation spot for the East and West Coast mobsters. Ted held seats for Owney...
Lois Mae Vann
May 21, 2024
Lois Mae Vann, age 89, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
Lois enjoyed needlework and cooking. She was the proud winner of several baking contests from the county fair. Lois was also a frequent visitor to the O’Conner Senior Center.
Preceded in death by husband, Alfred Vann; son, Gordon Vann; parents, Onell and Julie Weaver; sister, Lillian Rhea.
Survived by...
Danny Sellers
May 21, 2024
Danny Lee Sellers, age 72, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Danny was a member of God’s Saving Grace Baptist Church and an avid outdoorsman, hunting, fishing among many other hobbies. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Louise Sellers and wife of twenty-four years, Betty Sellers. Danny is survived...
Susan (Susie) Lee Bailey Vineyard
May 21, 2024
Susan Lee (Susie) Bailey Vineyard, age 77, of Fountain City, TN on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Susie was raised as a member of Fountain City Methodist Church and was a graduate of Central High School in 1964. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walker and Betty Bailey; grandparents, JR and Bertha Bailey, all of Fountain City, TN and...
Patricia Faye Henderlight Strange
May 21, 2024
Patricia Faye Henderlight Strange, age 83 of Knoxville, passed away May 21, 2024. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church and retired from FM Dodge after many years of service. Patricia will be remembered as a devoted wife, daughter, sister, and aunt. Preceded in death by husband, James Strange, parents, Claude and Selma Henderlight, sister, June Sumter. Survived by...
