Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Iona Sue Spencer Chesney
Jun 7, 2023
Iona Sue Spencer Chesney age 80 of Corryton, TN entered into eternal rest on June 7th, 2023. Waiting to welcome her was her husband of 53 years, James Carroll Chesney; daughter, Pamela Marie Chesney Stanifer; her parents Rev. James "Edd" Spencer and Conilee Texas Ramsey Spencer; brothers, John Spencer, and Jim Spencer; and sister, Barbara June Perkey. Waiting to...
Judy "JuJu" Marie Baldwin Constantine
Jun 6, 2023
Judy “JuJu” Marie Baldwin Constantine, age 93, of Knoxville, TN passed away at 4:45pm, Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. She retired as the Executive Assistant of the Dean of the Continuing Education Department at the University of Tennessee after 58 years of service. She was also the founder and executive director of the Letterman’s T-Club....
Reba Nell Smith
Jun 6, 2023
Reba Nell Smith, age 60, left this world for greener pastures Tuesday, June 6, 2023. She was loved and will be missed. She loved her family and all her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by beloved parents, James, and Lanie Phillips; sister, Abbie Gail Phillips; brother, JL Taylor; and nephew, Jordan Phillips. She is survived by loving son, Lee...
Cornelio Belarmino Iboy Olmino
Jun 5, 2023
Cornelio B Iboy Olmino de Salma Baja Verapaz, Guatemala, fallecio el Lunes, 5 de Junio, 2023 en Tulsa, Oklahoma.
El velorio se llevara a cabo el Sabado 24 de Junio 2023, de 12:00 PM a 7:00 PM siguido con una misa a las 7:00 PM officiado por el Padre Neil Pezzulo en Mynatt Funeral Home en la Capilla de...
Lee Francis Bailey
Jun 5, 2023
Lee Francis Bailey, age 85, of Knoxville, passed away June 5, 2023. He was a member Hill Top Baptist Church. Lee retired from the Chevron Oil Company as a truck driver. He loved to drive a truck and enjoyed driving his John Deere tractor. Preceded in death by loving and devoted wife, Irene Bailey; parents, Leonard and Rosa Bailey;...
Robert Michael King Jr
Jun 5, 2023
Robert Michael "Mike"King, 58 passed away suddenly June 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family & love of 41 years Angie.
Preceded in death by father Robert Michael King SR, mother Lena Frank King, sister Kim Grubb & fur babies Ginger, Tia, & Maggie.
Survived by his loving wife Angela Carr. Sister Robin M King, brother in law Don...
William Longley
Jun 5, 2023
William Longley age 69 of Knoxville passed away on Monday June 5th 2023.
He is Preceded in death by Brother David Longley, Daughter Jasmine Longley, Sister Martha Gosnell, Brother-in-law Randy Smith Sr, Rodney Smith Jr, Sister-in-law Debbie Taylor, Mother-in-law Juanita Smith.
He is Survived by Wife of 47 years Ginger Longley, Son Vincent Longley and Wife Mary Longley, Brother...
Millard C. Smith, Jr. (Junior)
Jun 5, 2023
Millard C. Smith, Jr. (Junior) age 79 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2023. He was a Vietnam war veteran stationed in the DMZ in South Korea and a member of the American Legion and VFW. Junior retired from Norfolk Southern Railway. He enjoyed buying and trading old cars, attending car shows and ballgames for...
William Zachary (Bill) Julian
Jun 5, 2023
Julian, William Zachary (Bill), age 81, Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 5, 2023 after a brief illness. Born April 11, 1942, he is preceded in death by parents William Emerson and Kathleen Mize Julian.
Survived by son Chris Julian; sister Judy Julian Beeler (Richard); nephews Richie Beeler, Mark Beeler (Gail); great nephews Matthew Beeler (Kaylie) and Zachary...
Kathryn Christina (Adams) Mead
Jun 4, 2023
Kathryn MeadBorn: November 30, 1956 in Waukegan, ILDied: June 4, 2023 in Corryton, TNKathryn C. Mead (Kate), age 66, passed away unexpectedly on June 4th, 2023 in Grainger County, Tennessee. She was born Kathryn Christina Adams on November 30th, 1956 in Waukegan, Illinois to Albert (Alby) and Dorothy Adams. Kate was a loving wife to her husband Brian Mead,...
John Michael Curley, Jr.
Jun 4, 2023
John Michael Curley, Jr., age 59, of Halls, (Knoxville), went on to a better place on June 4, 2023. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Betty Church; aunt, Laurie Church and grandfather, Jack. John is survived by both parents, John Curley, Sr. and Linda Newcomb; sister, Jackie Fox; his three children, Adrian Curley, Maria Curley and John...
Daniel Joseph Allen Phillips
Jun 4, 2023
Daniel Joseph Allen Phillips, age 21, of Powell, TN, died June 4, 2023. He was a very intelligent kid and had so much potential. Joseph’s life was ended all too soon. He was a great son, grandson, cousin and big brother. He will live in our hearts forever. Joe is survived by his sister, Kylee Phillips; brother, Matt Phillips,...
John Michael Curley Jr.
Jun 4, 2023
John Michael Curley, Jr., age 59, of Knoxville, went to a better place on June 4, 2023. He enjoyed the lake, spending time with his family and grandkids, playing pool, and bowling. He wanted everyone to be happy, that’s what made him happy. John is preceded in death by grandmother, Betty Church; aunt, Laurie Church; papaw, Jack. He is survived...
Brenda Whitsell
Jun 4, 2023
Brenda Sue Whitsell, of Heiskell, went home on Sunday, June 4, 2023. She was a wonderful wife of 57 years, a terrific mother of 2 boys, and an outstanding person. Brenda loved God and her family fiercely.
Survived by husband, Ed Whitsell; sons, Joseph Whitsell, Daniel Whitsell; daughter, Sam Bolden; sisters, Janice Hankla, Deborah Hawkins, Rosanna Luttrell; brother, Phillip...
Isaac "Laughter" Wilson
Jun 3, 2023
Walter Isaac ‘laughter” Wilson, age 49 of Knoxville, went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Jr. Collins; brother, Abram Wilson; paternal grandparents, Dottie and Dewy Wilson; maternal grandmother, Betty Collins. He is survived by his parents, Debbie Segars and Ronnie Wilson; brother, Lucas Wilson. Isaac has left...
Gary Wilbanks
Jun 3, 2023
Roger Wilbanks, age 72 of Knoxville, received his Heavenly wings on Saturday June 3rd
2023. Gary loved being on the lake, being in his garden and riding his motorcycle.
Preceded in death by parents Jodie and
Charles Wilbanks
Survived by wife of 51 years Jane Margaret
Wilbanks, sisters Vicki Wilbanks and Martie Curtis, brother Wayne Wilbanks.
Services at the...
Clara Keith
Jun 3, 2023
Keith, Clara Jean Ellis age 90 passed away on June 3rd 2023 at Creekview Nursing Home. Clara is Preceded in death by husband, James W Keith, children Ronnie, Larry, Julia, Shelia and Gary. Parents Roy L Ellis and Frances Ellis Bowerman, Brothers Roy and Junie Ellis, Sisters Mary Anne Russell, Charlotte Ellis and Gertrude Childress. Leaving Behind Sisters...
Marcus "Mark" Burleson
Jun 2, 2023
Marcus D. “Mark” Burleson, age 75 of Powell, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 2nd, 2023. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the Navy. Retired from PBR Inc. Mark loved fishing more than anything and also loved sports.
Preceded in death by mother, Betty (Ray) Turner; father, William Burleson; sister, Marilyn Burleson; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Walker and...
Elizabeth (Libby) Ann Miller
Jun 2, 2023
Elizabeth “Libby” Ann Miller June 11, 1952 – June 2, 2023Libby Miller was our living miracle, our ambassador, and our guidepost. She received the most valuable player award at every family reunion. Her gift of remembering a voice and a face reflected her intense love of people, puppies, babies, and Mickey Mouse. Once she met you, you were always a...
Vaughn McNeill McCoy
Jun 2, 2023
Vaughn Mcneill McCoy, age 88 of Knoxville, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023. He was a devout Jehovah’s Witness for 50 years. Preceded in death by wife; Alice McCoy. Survived by son; Gregg McCoy; daughter in law, Marty McCoy.
Family and friends will meet at Greenwood Cemetery, June 14, for an 11:00AM Graveside Service. In lieu of flowers...
