Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Jamie Phibbs
Apr 8, 2023
Jamie Phibbs, 48 of Knoxville passed away on Saturday April 8th, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Jamie is preceded by his mother Shirley Phibbs, his mother and father-in-law William and Judy Key.
Jamie was a loving husband and best friend of 29 years to Angela Phibbs. His heart was his Baby girl Autumn Taylor. He was a...
Joseph Hunter Flatford
Apr 8, 2023
Joseph Hunter Flatford, age 30 of Knoxville, passed away April 8, 2023. He worked as a merchandiser for Pepsi Co. He will be remembered for his big smile, huge heart, and love of UT sports and video games. Preceded in death by father Joey Flatford, grandfather Jack Flatford, grandparents Donnie and Bennie Buster. Survived by mother Melissa (Dwayne) Light,...
Randall "Randy" William Chasteen
Apr 7, 2023
Randall “Randy” William Chasteen, age 59, of Knoxville, was called home to Jesus on Friday, April 7, 2023. Randy was a loyal and devoted family man, and a Mr. Fix-It for anything and everything. He was a member of West Side Baptist Church. Randy is preceded in death by his father and mother, Marvin and Dorothy Chasteen; his father-in-law...
Gordon Edward "Eddie" Lay, Jr.
Apr 7, 2023
Gordon Edward "Eddie" Lay, Jr., age 25, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023.
He is preceded in death by father, Gordon Edward Lay, Sr.
He is survived by his mother, Ginger Lay; brother, Jackson Lay; grandparents, Jack and Sue McReynolds, Dwane and Kim Lay, and Sherry Sharp Lay; several other aunts, uncles, relatives and friends.
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Elise Marie Roberts-Paul
Apr 7, 2023
Elise Marie Roberts-Paul aka:'Ellie', age 64, passed away Friday April 7, 2023 at her home in Knoxville, TN. Ellie worked as an Associate at Turkey Creek Walmart. She is preceded in death by her mother Beverly Roberts and father Milton Roberts, Jr. Survivors include her spouse, Michael Paul and 4 siblings: Ann, Kathy, Mardee and Joe, and 3 nieces. Ellie has no children,...
Colby Wayne Nicely
Apr 6, 2023
Colby Wayne Nicely, 19 of Knoxville TN, passed away on April 6, 2023. He is preceded in death by father Doyle Wayne Nicely Jr., grandfathers Doyle Wayne Nicely Sr. and Otis Lawson. Colby is survived by mother Cynthia Nicely, grandmothers Debbie Nicely and Helen Lawson, siblings Kayla Nicely, Courtney Nicely, niece Brooklynn Segal. Family will receive friends on Sunday, April...
Della White Pressley
Apr 6, 2023
Della White Pressley went to her eternal home in Heaven with her Lord and Savior on April 6, 2023 at the age of 86. She was married to her wonderful husband, the late Ralph Pressley, for 68 years. She is preceded in death by her husband Ralph, her son Danny Pressley, her parents Elmer and Rachel White, her siblings...
John "JD" Cox
Apr 6, 2023
John “JD” Cox, age 89 of Knoxville passed away Thursday, April 6. He was a member of Texas Valley Baptist church. He graduated from Halls High School in 1951. Retired from KUB after 36 years of service. He served in the United States Army and enjoyed the reunions with his Boots from Bragg buddies over the years. Coached football, baseball...
Linda Sue Damewood
Apr 5, 2023
Linda Sue Damewood, age 78, of Corryton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, April 5th, 2023. Linda loved and cared for so many and will be truly missed. She always had an open door and open heart for anyone in need. She lit up the room when she walked in, and she found...
Michael "Pete" Baker
Apr 4, 2023
Michael "Pete" Baker age 56 of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Ft Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith and an employee of Knox Auto Parts. Michael loved cars and could fix anything that was broken. Preceded in death by father, William Michael Baker. Survivors; daughter, Samantha Baker, sons, Richard and Paul Baker. Mother,...
Steve Harold Bowling
Apr 4, 2023
Steve Harold Bowling, “Poppy”, age 77, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. He was a loving Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Steve was known for his love of Tennessee football, music, and ability to brighten any room with laughter. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Lil Bowling, and several siblings. He is survived and will be...
Debra Sue Booth Robertson
Apr 3, 2023
Debra Booth Robertson, age 71, of Sevierville, entered into Eternity with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, April 3, 2023. Debra is a native of Fountain City and graduated from Central High School in 1970. She was raised in Greenway Baptist Church and a current member of Northview Church in Kodak. She has joyfully reunited with her loving...
Mary Evelyn Hill
Apr 3, 2023
Mary Evelyn Hill, age 86, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023. Mary was a member of Hilltop Baptist Church, Mary also worked at Levi Strauss for many years. Preceded in death by loving husband of 52 years, Keith Hill. Survived by children, Keith Allen Hill, Daryl (Sonia) Hill.; grand children, Michael, Johnathan, Ben, Jeffrey (Amy) Hill and...
Travis William Varner
Apr 3, 2023
Travis William Varner, age 34 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 3, 2023. Travis loved to play golf, basketball, go fishing and four wheel off roading. He had a special love for his family, especially his nieces and nephews. Travis was preceded in death by his father Jack D. Varner; maternal grandfather, Charles F. Norman;...
Ralph Alexander McMillan
Apr 2, 2023
Ralph Alexander McMillan concluded his earthly journey on April 2, 2023 at the age of 89, in Knoxville,TN.
He was a lifelong member of Highland Baptist Church.Ralph enjoyed all UT sports, men’s and women’s along with Atlanta Braves baseball.He is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, JoAnn King McMillan, Brother, James McMillan, SistersDorothy Riley and Mary...
Mildred L. Peak
Apr 2, 2023
Mildred L. Peak, was called to be with the Lord on April 2, 2023 after a long illness
Born and raised in Fountain City. Mildred traveled the world with her military husband. She was a long-time member of Central Baptist Church of Fountain City.
Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Peak; her three sons, William, Daniel, and...
Shirley Lois Chesney
Apr 1, 2023
Shirley Lois Chesney, age 81 of Halls, went to be with the Lord Saturday, April 1, 2023. Shirley loved her family, her church and the Lord. She was a friend to many and will be missed. She is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Charlie Chesney; parents, Doyle and Lenore Russell; brother, Ernie Russell. She is survived by her...
Mildred K. French
Mar 31, 2023
On March 31, 2023, Mildred was gracefully carried home by angels. She was an enthusiastic bowler at Fountain Lanes for over 70 years. She is preceded in death by Louis Ray French her beloved husband for over 70 years.; mother, Iva Riggs; brother, Buster Key; son, Donald Ray French. Survived by children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great - great grandchildren, nieces,...
Caleb Benjamin Hickman
Mar 30, 2023
Caleb Benjamin Hickman, age 21, went to with the Lord Thursday, March 30, 2023. Caleb loved to draw and was very excited to soon be a first-time father. Caleb is preceded in death by his Mamaw; Debra Clowers, Papaws; Jimmy Hickman, Johnny Clowers, Aunt; Virginia Hickman, Cousin Little Ronnie Hickman. Survived by parents; Marcus Hickman and Valarie Clowers, Brother;...
Joseph Worsham Jr.
Mar 30, 2023
Joe Worsham of Knoxville, TN passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023 after enduring declining health over the last couple of months.Joe was born to Cullen and Dora Worsham on August 22, 1949 in Knoxville, TN. He was a graduate of Fulton HS and received a BS in Forestry from the University of TN. Although he never worked in the forestry...
