Knoxville, TN – Charlesena (Charlie) Smith 83, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Charlesena was born, July 24, 1937 in Chattanooga, TN . Charlesena was preceded in death by husband, Nathaniel Smith Sr; son, Joshua J. Rogers Smith; parents, Margaret Campbell and Charles Stephens; brother, CW (Lois) Callier;…
Knoxville – Annita (Nona) Carter Fain age 73, received her heavenly wings Monday, July 27, on her mother’s birthday, with her family by her side. Annita was born December 18, 1946, in Rockford, TN, to the union of the late Robert Carter and Maggie McGriff. Annita leaves to Celebrate, her devoted husband, James Fain; children,…
Knoxville – Roberto Juan Francisco passed away on July 20,2020. Mr. Juan will lie-in state on Saturday August 1 at the Unity Mortuary Chapel from 1-7p.m. The graveside service will be held Sunday August 2 at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Arrangements made with integrity by Unity Mortuary.
KNOXVILLE, TN (July 28, 2020) – Project GRAD supporters stepped up in a big way this month for the 3rd annual WATE Project GRAD Laptop Telethon, topping all previous totals and surpassing the telethon’s original goal. Last year the WATE Project GRAD Laptop Telethon brought in more than $43,000 to purchase laptops for 126 Project…
KCS Transportation U bus driver program celebrated it’ first class of graduates. Trainer Doug Romig (left) stands with graduates Anita King, Bonnie Gillespie and Cheyenne Rickman. (Photo submitted)Knox County Schools recently honored the first three graduates of its Transportation U initiative, an in-house program that helps new applicants to obtain the necessary training and…
By Josh Flory KNOXVILLE, TN (July 28, 2020) – Providing a Chromebook to every KCS student is a complicated task, but preparations have begun at schools across the county. In May of this year, the Knox County Board of Education and Knox County Commissioners approved a 1:1 plan that will make a Chromebook computer available…
As Knox County Schools gears up to offer virtual learning for many students across the district, one middle school gained some valuable experience over the summer. By Josh Flory KNOXVILLE, TN (June In July 21, 2020) – Vine Middle Magnet School hosted a “Virtual Boost Camp” for nearly two dozen incoming 6th-grade students. Besides helping…
So far this year, Mayor Indya Kincannon has appointed 54 community members and people with specialized expertise to serve on boards, commissions and committees. “I am thankful to the many people who volunteer their time and share their insights to help our city function better,” Mayor Kincannon said. “Fresh ideas and a willingness to serve…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Robert Barry DuBose, 59 entered into eternity, Friday, July 24, 2020 at Tennova Turkey Creek. Devoted member of Canaan Baptist Church of Christ Inc, and the Knoxville District Baptist Association. He is remembered by his sister, Charlotte Coffer; niece and nephew, Shaquetta and Brandon; uncle, Thomas (Pauline) DuBose; other relatives and friends. Visitation…
Knoxville – Angela “Angie” Booker went home to glory, Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at Fort Sanders Hospital. She was born December 31, 1957 to McKinley Andrews and Eloise Battle in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was raised in the Lonsdale Community and graduated from Rule High School in 1975. Angie attended Morris Brown College in Atlanta. She…
Our dearly beloved Christian mother, Emma L. Sutton of Oak Ridge, Tennessee departed this earthly life for her heavenly home on Friday, July 24, 2020 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family. Preceded in death by her husband, George Sutton, Jr., to whom she was married to for 64 years; parents,…
Knoxville, TN – James Harry Hatfield, age 81, passed away Friday, July 24, 2020. He was born November 30, 1938 to the union of Tim Hatfield and Marcella Hayworth in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was the beloved stepson of Lee Johnson. James was a graduate of the Austin High School, Class of 1957, Tennessee A &…
One of the “Big Six” leaders of the civil rights movement in the 1960s, John Lewis continued to fight for people’s rights since joining Congress in 1987. NATIONWIDE (July 20, 2020) – Congressman John Lewis (D-GA) was often referred to as “one of the most courageous persons the Civil Rights Movement ever produced.” John…
Knoxville, TN – Dorothy Cantrell was born in Birmingham Alabama on September 24, 1934. She went home to be with the Lord on July 21,2020. In her teenage years, she enjoyed aerobatics and participated in the community Elks Parade as a flag girl. Dorothy worked as a Production Associate at Tobacco-a-Barn, Cherry Street location, during…
NATIONWIDE (July 2020) – As vaccine research for the virus becomes more and more progressive, some researchers are already trying to determine to whom the shots should be administered to first. Many have said key national security officials, high-risk individuals, and essential workers should be prioritized. That conversation, however, became controversial when Melinda Gates and…
KNOXVILLE, TN – A devoted and loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, William (“Mac”) McCloud, Jr peacefully transitioned from this life on July 20, 2020, in Knoxville, Tennessee. His final days were in hospice care at the home of his son, which blessed the family to spend time with him there. Mac was born…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Walter Kidd Lowery Senior, 71, born May 16, 1949 in Alcoa, TN to the late J.B. Lowery and Adell (Hilliard) Lowery. He had 9 siblings: James, Fred, Odell, Richard, Quintella, Dorothy, Terrance (Rose), Patricia and Marla. He graduated from Austin East High School, class of 1969. In November of 1969, he married…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Valerie Maureen Johnson, departed this life, July 18, 2020. She was raised in the Lonsdale Community and the daughter of the late Verna Dee Johnson Sr. and Isadora Campbell. Survivors, son Tevin Hodson; siblings, Lawrence (Shelia) Johnson, Verna Dee Johnson Jr., Vonda Williams, Shirley (Curtis) Thomas, Fredrick Johnson; a host of many…
Belinda Jo Hamock of Knoxville, TN departed this life July 18, 2020 as the result of a car accident. She was a dedicated employee for the Waffle House, Lovell Road. She is survived by children; Cheyenne Likens, Dakota Crockett, and Ricky Hamock; grandchildren, Juwan and Cymphonique Likens; mother, Linda Jacques; grandmother, Marlanda Likens; brother, Michael…
Nationwide (July 2020) Companies owned by Black women represent the largest-growing businesses in the U.S. In addition, there are hundreds of organizations that help Black women in America, doing work that directly benefits them. Many of these organizations offer various types of assistance from education to economic development, health, wellness and social justice. In an…
Knoxville, TN – Norma Jean Manning, 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee, departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 20, 2020. She was born October 26, 1946. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Norma loved her family. An avid reader, she also enjoyed gardening and shopping. Norma was a…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) William E. Glenn, Sr., affectionately known as Fleetwood, departed this life on Friday, July 17, 2020. Fleetwood was born April 29, 1956 to Thelma and Helen Glenn in Knoxville, TN. He attended Austin East High School and was a former employee of The Hyatt Regency and JFG Manufacturing. Fleetwood loved to dance, good music and…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) Altonio Sumpter entered eternal rest on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. He was born December 17, 1963 to Nathaniel, Sr and Eleanor White Sumpter in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He was educated in Horry County Public Schools and graduated Myrtle Beach High School, Class of 1984 where he played football as well. He was an…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Steve Alphonso Jackson was born November 19, 1959 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He fought the good fight of faith until his passing on July 15, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Willie Fred and Rose Mae Jackson, brother Lawrence Jackson, and sisters Lillie Pearl Kent White and Juanita Goodman. He…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Bertha Reeves Myers peacefully transitioned from this life into the loving arms of the Almighty on July 18, 2020. She joins her husband of over 64 years, Charles Wilbur “Buzzy” Myers who died on July 13, 2020. Bertha was born on July 11, 1939, in Knoxville. She retired from Hillcrest West after…