Teressa Anterria Rader Williams February 11, 1957, transition into her heavenly life on July 16, 2020. Waiting on her heavenly arrival is her father Charles J. Rader and son Bronson L. Williams. She leaves to cherish her memory mother Alzora Rader, daughters Brittany Williams, Blayr Williams, son Braxton Williams, sisters Jaquetta Brooks and Crystal Rader…
On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 the Lord found fit to call Jarrett Calvin Dean home to Glory. He parted this life at his home in Oak Ridge TN with his beloved wife, Sherina Dean, of 22 years at his side. He was born on February 22, 1945 in Alcoa TN to Barbara Jean and William…
Robert “Buck” Robinson, slipped into eternity, Saturday, July 11, 2020 after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by his father, Joe Dennis Robinson. Survived by loving mother, Barbara Jean Robinson; aunts, Brenda and Debra Robinson; uncle, Bobby Robinson; very special daughter, April Mills and very devoted friend, Joyce Jones; and a host of other relatives…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Helen Murdock departed this life July 14, 2020 at the NHC Fort Sanders facility. Helen was born in Knoxville, TN January 19, 1925 to Dennis and Aserlene Ellis. A graduate of Austin High school, class of 1943. She enjoyed her time with her teachers, as well as her classmates, some whom she…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Mrs. Betty Jean King was born on September 7, 1941, and quietly passed on July 14, 2020. Betty was born in Augusta, GA to the proud parents of Freddie Mae and James Jones, Sr. She was the second of five children born to the Jones.’ She is preceded in death by her…
OAK RIDGE, TN – Curtis Antonio Booker was born on October 26, 1973, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee to Willie Charles Booker and Mary Jones Booker. He departed this life on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the University of Tennessee Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee. Curtis attended the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist…
Mary Ann Barrett passed away on July 12, 2020, at Fort Sanders Hospital. Born in Washington, DC, July 4, 1952. Preceded in death by mother, Louise Parham Winton; son, Victor Brian Barrett, Sr.; best friend, Linda Hodge and Carolyn Agnew. She leaves to cherish her memories, loving son, Ronald (Regina) Barrett, Jr.; sister, Nancy Jean…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Marcus D. Welcome departed this life on July 14, 2020. Marcus was born in 1965, to mother, Ibery Welcome and father, Orvwell McMillian. He attended school in Knoxville, TN. He did construction work and was a handy worker. He had a heart of gold. Preceded in death by his parents. Marcus is…
“Sales Spike For 1st Black Woman-Owned Syrup Brand After Aunt Jemima Was Removed From Shelves” Nationwide (July 2020) – Michele is not new to the industry. She began manufacturing her specialty breakfast syrups in 1984. That same year, Michele secured the top two largest retail chains in the Chicagoland area, which took her out of…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) On Sunday, July 12, 2020, Vivian Jean Smith passed away, at the age of 88, at UT Medical Center. She was born on February 27, 1932 to Alvin Doss and Texie (Jarnigan) Stokes in Mascot, Tennessee. Vivian was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will terribly be missed…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) Calvin Wilson, Sr., age 65, departed this life July 12, 2020 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. Preceded in death by twin sisters, Katrina and Regina Wilson. Survived by sons, Psalms (wife) Bailey, Sr. of Nolensville, TN and Calvin Wilson, Jr.; daughter, Janice Bolding of Crowley, TX; grandchildren, Jamarius Franklin, Eurshala Bolding, Jasmin Jones,…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Affectionally known as “CoCo”, Ricosia was born on January 17, 2000 to Jakytra Johnson and the late Rico Mack in Knoxville, Tennessee. Ricosia attended elementary school in Knoxville and later attended Metro Nashville Public Schools, where she graduated John Overton High School, Class of 2018. A true fashionista at heart, Ricosia influenced…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Robert “Robbie” L. Kelso Jr., age 59, passed away, surrounded by family and friends, Wednesday, July 08, 2020, at Tennova North Hospital after a brief illness. He was born October 26, 1960, to Robert Sr. and Yvonne. He was a graduate of Rule High School, Class of 1979 and enlisted in the…
Early voting is Friday, July 17th, through August 1st, when voters will be using the Knox County Election Commission’s new “paper ballot” system. The paper system replaces the electronic voting machines. KNOXVILLE, TN (July 13, 2020)— Approved in December, the change comes right on time considering the COVID-19 pandemic. Using the paper ballots, the community…
The Temporary Use of Outdoor Seating for Restaurant Dining permit is a way to support local restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic. This temporary permit will give local restaurants a chance to increase capacity and offer additional outdoor space to serve customers onsite. Local restaurants have taken a huge financial hit this year and this is…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Major William Geer, Jr., formerly of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away, July 2, 2020; surrounded by his beloved children. Born to Major William Geer Sr., and Betty Baldwin Geer, April 13, 1969. Major excelled in football and basketball, graduating Chapel Hill High School in 1988. He went on to play at…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Steven Dwight Clark, age 65, departed this life on Sunday, July 5, 2020, at UT Medical Center. A long-standing resident of the Burlington community, Steven was an outgoing dependable man who loved his family, friends, community, and church family. Steven was a proud graduate of Austin East High School, Class of 1972. He…
(Knoxville, TN) On July 5th, 2020 Ulyses, Mr. Hampton (Hamp) departed this life at U.T Medical Center. Proceeded in death by father Ulyses Hampton, grandmothers Rosie White-Thomas, and Viola Hampton. He leaves to cherish his memories; devoted wife Candice Hampton; children: Keylon and ShaKhya Singleton; four granddaughters; mother Katherine Willington (Chris), very devoted sisters: Latoya…
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Who will you send to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 15? (Atty. Troy Jones is also on the ballot as an independent. (The Enlightener didn’t find a picture to post, nor did he respond to the invitation.) Knoxville, TN (July 7, 2020) – The East Tennessee…
Knoxville, TN – Early Lavon Tate, age 48, was born March 10, 1972, in Knoxville, TN to parents, Brenda Tate Martin and Early Weston, departed this earthly life peacefully Thursday, July 2, 2020 in Knoxville, TN. Early graduated from Austin East High School, Class of 1990. He was retired from Asr (American Safety Razor.) Open…
George O. Tate, age 94, went to be with his Heavenly Father, July 13, 2020. Loving father, granddad, brother and friend to all who knew him. Retired from KPD, where he was employed for several years; he was a part of the “Krystal Gang,” and later switched to McDonald’s Eat Club; enjoyed fishing, watching golf…
Nashville, TN (July 7, 2020) – Gov. Lee is convening a meeting of the State Capitol Commission on Thurs, July 9th to discuss removal of the bust. The commission’s decision will then be forwarded to the Historical Commission. If the latter agrees, the bust may be removed. To share your opinion contact Gov. Lee at: email…
Arlington, TX – Walter “Walt” Lee Fraley, Jr. formerly of Knoxville passed away, Monday, June 29, 2020 at his home in Arlington, Texas. He was predeceased by his mother, Annie Lee Cunningham. Educated in the Knoxville school system, he was a member of Austin High School, class of 1960. Served in the US Army as…
Citizen’s Perspective By Taru Taylor, submitted The American Negro is a prisoner of war. Of the race war started by Portuguese and Spanish conquistadors, and furthered by English, Dutch, and French pirates. We were Africans whom Europeans uprooted and brought to the New World and enslaved, notwithstanding the Maroons who never submitted to white mastery….