Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Shirley Sue Surrett
Jul 6, 2023
Surrett, Shirley Sue Compton - Knoxville, aged 88, passed away on July 6, 2023. Sue was born in Knoxville on September 4, 1934 to parents Evelyn Louise Collins Compton and Harry Carlyle Compton, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her son, Randall Howard Surrett and her brother, Roger Allen Compton. She is...
Andy Tennis Dotson, Jr.
Jul 6, 2023
Andy Dotson age 63, of Knoxville Tennessee entered into God’s Kingdom on July 6, 2023. Andy was a beloved and devoted husband and loved his children and grandchildren. He leaves behind family and friends who will deeply miss him. We take comfort in knowing he was saved and in a better place. At the age of 17 Andy enlisted in...
James Earl Goff
Jul 6, 2023
James “Jim” Earl Goff, 71, of Knoxville, passed away on July 6, 2023. He was born on April 30, 1952. Survived by his wife of 47 years; Wanda Humphries Goff, son; Matt Goff, Constant companion; his Pomeranian, Vernon (Lovingly named after Jim’s Dad) sister; Debbie Franklin, brother-in-law; Alan Humphries, sister in law; Kathy (Wendell) Kirkland, Betty (Possum) Lacey and Ruby...
Marshall Lee Childress
Jul 5, 2023
Marshall L. Childress, of Halls, passed away on July 5, 2023, at 93 years of age. He was an avid UT fan, especially football. He loved watching ball games, and enjoyed fishing and hunting. His kind heart and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by...
Ellen Jeannette (Bailey) Human
Jul 5, 2023
Ellen Jeannette (Bailey) Human age 87 of Powell died Wednesday, July 5, 2023. She loved family trips and family activities. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Elizabeth (Grant) Bailey. Survivors, husband, 13 days short of 70 years, F. Doyle Human Sr. Daughter, Vicki (Gene) King; son, Fred (Debbie) Human. Grandsons, Brad (Andrea) Dake, Matthew (Stevie)...
Michael Dennis McLean
Jul 4, 2023
Michael Dennis McLean, age 53 passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. He was a beloved son, brother, and uncle. Michael was an avid Alabama fan, loved Star Wars, and spending time with his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents Lora Clevenger and Charles McLean and his dog Princess.
He is survived by his...
Stefanie Ford
Jul 4, 2023
Stefanie Ford age 71 of Oak Ridge passed away on July 4th 2023.
She is preceded in death by mother Elsie Mundwiler and best friend Kasey Redd
She is survived by Husband Joe Ford, Son John Cottrell, Tamara Cottrell, Sister in Law Loretta Talbert, Grandson Kasey Culpepper. She was loved by many and will be missed by many.
Condolences...
Mackenzie Yarnell Robinson
Jul 4, 2023
On Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, Mackenzie Yarnell Robinson, loving wife and cherished friend, passed away at the age of 27. Mackenzie was born on March 7th, 1996 in Carter County, TN to Jonathan and Holly (Yarnell) Robinson. Extremely intelligent, tech-savvy, and capable of anything she set her mind to, Mackenzie married her wife of six years, Rebekah Sidwell, on May 21st,...
Charles "Charlie" Richard Hickman
Jul 3, 2023
Charles Richard Hickman passed away on July 3 at home after a brave fight with ocular melanoma. Charlie was raised as a Methodist and later joined the Baptist church. In his youth, he was an active Boy Scout, learning the trade of an outdoorsman. He ran track, studied wildlife management at UT Knoxville, then became a mail carrier for...
Robert "Gene" Foster
Jul 2, 2023
Robert “Gene” Foster age 93 of Powell went to be with the Lord on July 2, 2023.
Gene loved to restore old antique cars and was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church for 75 years. He was a long time member of the IBEW.
Gene is preceded in death by wife Irene Foster, Sisters Clara, Reva, Gladys,...
Pugh Hall
Jul 1, 2023
KNOXVILLE - Pugh C. Hall, age 88, of Knoxville, went to be with his Lord and family on July 1, 2023. Pugh was a member of Hilltop Baptist Church. He worked for the State of Tennessee until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Naomi (Keck) Hall; parents, Pugh L. Hall and Ninabelle (Martin) Hall; brothers,...
Corey "Wildman" Wilson
Jul 1, 2023
Corey Wilder “Wildman” Wilson, age 32 went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 1, 2023. He enjoyed working on his truck, being outdoors, spending time with his family, hiking, four wheeling, and mudding.
He is preceded in death by his mother Melissa Webber, grandfather Benny Shockley, and Mamaw Sybil.
He is survived by the mother of 2 of...
Samuel Bennett Dixon
Jul 1, 2023
As many of you more commonly know him as Ben or Bill. He has recently gone to reunite with his Mother Angela Dixon in heaven. He was a devoted brother, son, friend, and definitely a UGA fan. He would light up the room with his smile and jokes. He loved to cheer on his Bulldogs no matter who they played...
Debra Lynn Valentine
Jul 1, 2023
Debra Lynn Valentine, age 62 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Debra loved to knit and work on crafts. Preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Mary Bolin. Survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Rev. William Valentine; brothers, Charles Bolin and Jerry Bolin; nephew, Scotty Bolin. Family will receive...
Frankie Simmons
Jul 1, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved mother, Frankie Rogers Simmons, and we find comfort in knowing that she is with her Lord and Savior and her husband of 60 years, Don, who passed away in 2021. Frankie was a 1958 graduate of Rule High School and was retired from Bell South.
Those...
Clonis "Cone" Hamilton Farmer
Jun 30, 2023
Clonis “Cone” Hamilton Farmer, age 91, a Korean War Veteran departed his earthly journey peacefully at his home on Friday, June 30, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years Shirley Bible Farmer. Parents, Hubert and Vesta Stanley Farmer. Brother, Clois Farmer. Sisters, Charlene Martin and Peggy Hayes. Grandson, Brian Farmer.
Survived by children; Dennis...
Paulette Inez Field
Jun 30, 2023
Paulette Inez Field age 68, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023. Paulette had a great passion for the color purple, dolphins, painting, the ocean, and anything sparkly.
She is preceded in death by parents Jake and Mable Faulkner and brothers Jesse “Lynn”, Coy Faulkner, and Darrell Faulkner, and sister Doris C. Carringer.
She is survived by her...
Stephanie Elizabeth Jenks Guinn
Jun 29, 2023
Stephani Elizabeth Jenks Guinn, Age 41 of Knoxville, left this world on June 29,2023 to be reunited with her mother, Sheryl Braden Jenks in God’s beautiful heaven. She is also preceded in by her Grandparents.
Stephani is survived by her Husband Jason Guinn, sons, Christian (Harmony) Guinn, Jeremiah Guinn. Father and Stepmother Steve (Phyllis) Jenks, Mother in law and Father...
Brian Taylor
Jun 29, 2023
Brian Adam Taylor, age 36, of Maryville, passed away at Blount Memorial Hospital on June 29,2023 after a brief illness. A celebration of life will be held on July 29 at 11am at Pine Hill BaptistChurch, 284 Pine Hill Rd., Ty, Ty, GA 31795.Mr. Taylor was born February 15, 1987 in Albany, Georgia to Stoney Taylor and Robin HartJones. Mr....
Janet Lynn Marcus
Jun 29, 2023
Janet Lynn Marcus was born on January 8, 1964 in Knoxville, TN. She went to her final resting place on June 29, 2023.
Proceeded in death by her Grandmother Mae Rhinehart, Mother Pasty Sentell Father James Sentell. Father in-law Robert Marcus. Uncles Robert “Fats” Rhinehart and Hoover Rhinehart. Sister Tammy Wolfe and Daughter Ashley Green.
Surviving family includes husband...
