Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Jimmie Haskell Farmer
Jun 4, 2025
Jimmie Haskell Farmer, age 81, of Powell, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was a member and deacon of The Church at Sterchi Hills and the Volunteer Street Rod Association. Jimmie enjoyed building his own cars and attending car shows with them.
He is preceded in death by parents, Ransom and Julia Farmer; sisters, Linda Douglas and Paulette Henderson.
Survived...
Lora Lee Jenkins
Jun 4, 2025
Lora Lee Rupert Jenkins, age 87, of Halls Crossroads, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church, and taught Sunday School there for many years. Lora and Robert operated Highland View Orchard for numerous years, and enjoyed teaching local school children about farm life.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert...
George Clark Sanders
Jun 3, 2025
George Clark Sanders
June 6, 1932 - June 3, 2025
George Clark Sanders age 92, of Knoxville, now rests in peace with God. He is survived by sons, Howard (Linda), Scott (Darlene) and Eric. Grandchildren, Samantha and Alexandra Sanders, Tyler Sanders (Tori), and great-granddaughter, Trinity. and special friends: Nikki Guthrie, and Kenney Boatman. He was preceded in death by beloved wife Mary...
Julia Marie Lawson
Jun 3, 2025
Julia Marie Lawson 68, of Andersonville, TN., passed away on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025, at Oak Ridge Methodist Medical Center. She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church in Maynardville, TN. She will be remembered by her family and friends as someone who had a great love of music, and always willing to care for others.
She is preceded in death...
William "Billy" Henry Thomas
Jun 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of William “Bird” Thomas
February 6, 1961 – June 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share that William “Bird” Thomas passed away on June 2, 2025, at the age of 64.Bird loved cheering on his Vols in any sport, but nothing brought him more joy than his girls. He loved them deeply and was endlessly proud—always their biggest fan,...
Ernest E. Hendrix, Jr.
Jun 2, 2025
Ernest E. "Junior" Hendrix, Jr. age 91 of Powell, TN passed away Monday, June 2, 2025 unexpectedly at home.
Ernest was born in Knoxville, TN to the late Ernest E. Hendrix, Sr. and Myrtle Albecht Hendrix. In 1946, Ernest became a member of Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church where he enjoyed worshipping, most of his life. A 1952 graduate of Powell High...
Alice Rucker Loy
Jun 1, 2025
Alice Rucker Loy, a lifelong resident of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 1st, 2025, at the age of 85. A devoted wife, momma, and granny, Alice lived a life full of love, faith, purpose, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Alice dedicated 33 years of service to the Knox County Government, working through three administrations and making...
David Clayton Reynolds
Jun 1, 2025
David Reynolds Sr., 77, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025. A devoted Christian who loved the Lord with all his heart, David lived a life of deep faith, integrity, and kindness. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, Judy Reynolds, and their cherished daughter, Julie. David is survived by his loving...
Leon James Malueg
May 31, 2025
Leon James Malueg, 85, born on February 24th, 1940, in Bowler, WI, he died of natural causes in Chattanooga, TN on May 31, 2025.
Leon Malueg was 85 when he died. He & his drugstore were a pillar of the Halls community for 39 years. He was a pharmacist, a farmer, family man, and occasionally he would fill in at church...
Dennis Evan Dykes
May 31, 2025
Dennis Evan Dykes age 49, of Knoxville, formerly of Kingsport, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025. He was of the Baptist faith, and a graduate of Kingsport Christian. He loved playing baseball, basketball and soccer, and was an avid UT football fan!
He was preceded in death by parents, Thomas and Helen Dykes.
He is survived by mother, Gwendolyn (James) Cowan,...
Paul E Foust
May 30, 2025
Paul Edward Foust, from Knoxville, TN, was born on Sunday, July 21, 1957, in Jellico, TN. He went to go home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, May 30, 2025 in Oak Ridge, TN.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Samantha Curtis and son-in-law Jonathan Curtis; mother, Iva Jean Perry Dills, and father, Donald Glen Foust...
Ronnie Lee Poling
May 29, 2025
Ronnie (Ron) Poling, 81, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to his heavenly home to be with Jesus on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Born on May 14, 1944, in Akron, Ohio, to Thomas and Mae Poling, Ronnie lived a life marked by faith, service, and an unwavering love for his family.
A man of service & patriotism, Ron proudly served in the Air...
Carolyn Lee Smith
May 29, 2025
Carolyn Lee Smith age 75, of Karns passed away suddenly Thursday, May 29, 2025 at her home. She was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. She loved to cook, do crafts and was an avid University of Tennessee Vols fan. Preceded in death by parents, Anna and Marshall Troutman; grandson, Kiefer Smith; and several siblings. Survivors: Fiance, Robert "Bob"...
Marilyn Anne McAuley
May 28, 2025
With deep sadness but abiding gratitude, we announce the passing of Marilyn McAuley, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this earthly life to enter the arms of her Savior.
Marilyn was a woman of remarkable character—gentle yet spirited, faithful yet fiercely independent, deeply rooted in family and unwavering in her devotion to Christ. Her life was a beautiful tapestry...
Aileen Katherine Lakin
May 27, 2025
Aileen Lakin, age 92, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Island Home Park Health & Rehab. She is now reunited in Heaven with her husband, Rev. Clyde Lakin walking the streets of gold. She devoted her life to serving the Lord and did it with grace and love; she supported him in his...
Judith Faye (Perry) Lewis
May 26, 2025
Judith Perry Lewis, age 76, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. A true beacon of kindness, Judy lived a life of compassion, generosity, and unconditional love. She would do anything for anyone, never asking for anything in return. Her fierce love for her family and unwavering goodness were felt by all who...
Harold Eric Witt
May 24, 2025
Harold Eric Witt, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on May 24, 2025. He was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church, where he was lovingly known as “the chewing gum man”. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for many years at Young Mine and retired from Robertshaw. He is preceded...
Mary Loretta Hodges
May 24, 2025
Mary Loretta Hodges, age 85, of Knoxville passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dallas Hodges; sisters, Barbara Carmon and Peggy Flemming; brothers, Walter Carl Gray, Jr. and Ralph Gray. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Patricia Williams, Becky Bell (Mike) and Kathy Thomas (Pete); son, Kevin Hodges (Brandi); sisters, Frances Beeler...
Ronald David Sims
May 23, 2025
Ronald David Sims II, age 60, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on May 23, 2025.
Ronald was a devoted father to David Shane Sims and Michael Shannon Sims, and a beloved brother to his sisters Teresa Moore and Gail Dyer. He was also a cherished member of the Knoxville community, where he was known for his generous spirit, steady presence, and...
Brenda Hensley
May 23, 2025
Brenda Fay Hensley, age 82 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on May 23, 2025. Brenda was a devoted member of West Park Baptist Church. She worked for Magnavox, TRW, and owned “B&D Fashions.”
Brenda is preceded in death by her late husband, Floyd Hensley; grandsons, Britton and Bryan Brock; mother and daddy, Jack and Pauline Moyers; twin brother, Jack Moyers.
She is...
